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of the existing administrative procedure, or other measures, are undertaken
which may prevent a recurrence of the conditions ascertained
to be the cause of the fatality.

During the course of investigation the following facts emerged,
which are of interest. Of the deaths under 2 years of age, 74 per
cent. occurred in institutions. Of the 40 deaths occurring during the
first month, 23 per cent. of the mothers had not received ante-natal
supervision. Of the 23 deaths between 2 months and one year, 61
per cent. had never attended an infant welfare centre : 2 had had no
fixed abode and 3 were found abandoned.
Of the 52 still births, 46 of the mothers had received ante-natal
supervision, either by general practitioners, at hospitals, or at the
Council's Clinics.
There were 13 deaths of illegitimate children under two years of
age, which represents a Mortality Rate of 69 per 1.000 illegitimate
births as compared with 33 for legitimate children.
Convalescent Homes and Other Institutions.
Convalescent Homes.
During 1936, 9 mothers and babies were sent to Convalescent
Homes; the Borough Council being responsible for the payment and
the applicants being assessed by the Assistance Sub-Committee to contribute
according to their means.
The following Homes are managed by Voluntary Committees and
receive grants from the London County Council under the Local
Government Act, 1929.