Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hammersmith Borough]
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Whooping Cough.—Two hundred and thirty-four cases
of Whooping Cough were reported, against three hundred
and twelve in the previous year.
Seven deaths were registered.
Forty-three eases were removed to hospital.
The homes of the patients were visited by your Lady
Inspector, and the parents advised as to the precautions
that should be taken.
Chicken Pox.—Two hundred and ninety-three cases of
Chicken Pox were reported, against four hundred and
thirty-five in the previous year. Thirty-seven cases were
removed to hospital.