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Dental Cases.—Cases needing dental treatment are seen by
the Tuberculosis Officer and referred to the Dental Clinic. Only a
few such cases were dealt with during the year.
Artificial Pneumothorax.—652 refills were given by the
Tuberculosis Officer at St. Alfege's Hospital. By arrangement with
the hospital, patients who are working and cannot attend the
afternoon clinic are treated by the hospital staff.
Extra Nourishment.—Grants of extra nourishment (milk)
were made in 16 cases at a cost of £51 to patients not in receipt of the
Social Welfare Assistance or Maintenance Allowance. The closest
oo-operation is maintained with the Social Welfare Officers who
have dealt very sympathetically with patients referred to them by
the Dispensary.
Care Committee.—The Care Committee met on two occasions
during the year, but as in previous years, emergency matters were
dealt with by the Chairman and Tuberculosis Officer and reported
later to the Committee. The Chairman makes a weekly visit to the
Dispensary for this purpose.
A sum of £55 14s. 1d. was realised by the sale of Seals in
connection with the Christmas Seals Campaign; as in previous
years, this Fund is utilised to assist needy patients who require
clothing, etc. and for the purpose of materials for those who are
engaged on handicraft work.
Handicraft Class.—It was hoped to reform the Handicraft
Class soon after the termination of the war, but difficulties were
encountered in repairing the hut which had suffered severely from
bomb damage. Members were again encouraged to interest