London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972

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Greenwich 1962

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Greenwich Borough]

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ArticleHow ObtainedExaminationAction Taken
Bact. or Chem.Result
MilkComplaint by a member of public that it was unfit for human consumption.Chem.Bottle had obviously not been cleansed. Milk however was fresh and of normal taste and composition.Warning letter to Dairy Co.
Well Water (from tap in factory)On request to ascertain its fitness for drinking purposes.Bact.Satisfactory.Firm notified.
Well Water (from tap in factory)On request to ascertain its fitness for drinking purposes.Chem.Although very hard and containing a high proportion of dissolved mineral sulphates was suitable for use by adults for drinking purposes.Firm notified.
Dinner (Ex Meals-on-Wheels Service)Alleged to be rancid and unfit for consumption.Chem.No fermentation, mould growth or taint detectable. No foreign matter found. Fit for human consumption.Welfare Organisation notified.