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Midwifery Training—Part II
A scheme for the training of midwives is undertaken in
co-operation with the British Hospital for Mothers and Babies,
with each pupil spending 3 months on the district.
No. of Pupils completing Course during year 20
No. of Pupils in Training at 31/12/68 6
Midwives 1 month Refresher Course on District 2
Refresher Courses
In accordance with the rules of the Central Midwives Board,
four midwives attended Statutory Refresher Courses during the
year, each of one week's duration.
In addition, midwives were released for courses as under:—
2—Psychoprophylaxis Course
4—Study Day-B.H.M.B.
2—Council for Unmarried Mother (1 day)
Cervical Cytology
The figures for cytology sessions have dropped slightly this year,
which is in line with national figures. The response to this service
has not been as good as was expected and it is important that the
general public are made aware of the advantages of all screening
services, and particularly those which will increase the possibilities
of early diagnosis of cancer. Fear of what a positive diagnosis
will mean is a great deterrent to too many people and it is necessary
to encourage confidence that early diagnosis will lead to
immediate and successful treatment.