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Total Attendances and Examinations.
The total attendances of persons for the purpose of
examination, observation or treatment, numbered 2,690
and physical examinations were carried out in 1,874
instances, i.e., in 69 per cent. of the total attendances.
The names of 459 persons were written off the register as
being non-tuberculous, and the total number on the
Dispensary Register on 31st December. 1932. was estimated
at 749.
Sputum Examinations.
Four hundred and seventy-two specimens of sputum
and other pathological products were examined bacteriologically.
Eighty-seven showed the presence of Tubercle
Bacilli, while 385 proved negative.
Institutional Treatment.
The admission of patients into Institutions (Sanatoria,
Tuberculosis Colonies, Hospitals and Homes), under the
London County Council's Scheme, numbered 158.
Others have entered Infirmaries through the agency of
the local Public Assistance Committee, and Convalescent
Homes through that of the local Invalid Children's Aid
Association.
Clinical Reports.
To the London County Council, numbered 687
To the Ministry of Pensions 22
To General Practitioners and Hospitals 756
Home Visitation.
The Tuberculosis Officer made 143 visits to homes of
patients for the purpose of examination, and investigation
of the home conditions. In addition he met local practitioners
in consultation at the homes of patients on 55
occasions.