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record that a further increase has taken place and the adult total
has gone up from 56 to 64 deaths.
An event of outstanding interest occurred in December
when, as a result of the activity of the Health Committee, a
health laundry service was started in the Department's Medicinal
Baths. An electric washing machine, ironing equipment and
drying cupboard were provided and are operated by the existing
staff. At the time of writing there has been a pronounced
tendency to increase the use of the service.
During the year both the Ealing and Southall Borough
Councils decided to entrust to us the treatment of persons in
their area suffering from verminous conditions. Thus the scope
of the Department's Medicinal Baths further expanded.
It is of interest to record that on the 27th May the first
High Temperature Short Time Plant commenced operations at
Cadby Hall for the pasteurisation of ice cream. I understand
that this is the first of its type to be used anywhere. I can also
report that tests have shown this improved method to produce
ice cream bacteriologically sound.
Once again I have pleasure in reporting on the happy and
friendly co-operation which exists between the Divisional Staff
of the London County Council and ourselves. Similarly an
excellent liaison exists with the Hammersmith Chest Clinic.
The Borough of Hammersmith continued to be a designated
area for the purpose of instruction of medical practitioners
studying for the Diploma in Public Health of the London
University.
In conclusion, Mr. Mayor, Ladies and Gentlemen, I wish
to acknowledge the help and courtesy I have received from the
Chairmen ana Members of the Health Committee and Establishment
Committee throughout the year and to extend my
sincere thanks to all members of the Health Department who
have carried out their duties with their accustomed loyalty and
high sense of duty.
I am, Your Worship, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
F. M. DAY,
Medical Officer of Health.