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Mass Radiography.—The campaign for the early detection
of symtomless tuberculosis was continued during the
year by miniature mass-radiography groups operating in
other districts.
Nine cases were referred to the Clinic from these units.
Of these, three were cases of active tuberculosis.
Tuberculosis Allowances.—The Government scheme for
the payment of allowances to persons suffering from
pulmonary tuberculosis who have to give up remunerative
employment to undergo treatment continued during year
1946.
The total number of cases considered was 757—70 of
which were new ones. Of the new cases, 50 received
maintenance giants only, 15 maintenance grants plus
discretionary allowances and 5 special allowances. 687
cases were reviewed owing to changed circumstances. The
total money paid to patients during the year amounted to
£6,802 2s. 9d.
CLEANSING OF VERMINOUS PERSONS.
The Medicinal Baths in Scotts Road, Shepherd's Bush,
provide for the treatment of cases of Scabies, Impetigo and
the cleansing of verminous persons, &c.
In July, 1943, a circular (2831) was issued by the
Ministry of Health dealing with infestations by head lice
and certain lines of action were suggested. Generally,
these lines have been followed.
Special attention has been given to this question by the
Doctors and Health Visitors in the Welfare Centres and
by the Matrons in the day nurseries and examinations of
the children's heads have been carried out during routine
inspections to discover any infestations. Mothers have
been advised as to the best methods of eradication and of
preventing recurrence of the trouble. Families known to
be in need of special attention have been frequently visited