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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Hampstead 1954
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hampstead Borough]
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Adulterated samples continued:-
| Sample No. | Article | Offence | How Dealt With. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 493. | Blackcurrant Juice. | Incorrect description. (Should be described as Blackcurrant Syrup). | Letter sent to Manufacturers. |
The percentage of adulterated samples in 1954 was 2.4
per cent, as compared with 3.57 per cent. in 1953 and 1.97 per
cent. in 1952.
FREE WASHING FACILITIES - PUBLIC CONVENIENCES.
In connection with the clean food drive, the Council has
provided free washing facilities at its four public conveniences.
Liquid soap and paper hand towels are available. The public and
the street traders would appear to appreciate this facility
judging by the number of towels which have been issued.
UNSOUND FOOD SURRENDERED DURING 1954.
Article. Quantity.
Baby Food 64 cartons
Baking Powder 54 packets
Barley Crystals 92 tins
Biscuits 31 lbs.
Butter 4l lbs.
Cake Mixture 47 packets
Cereals 12 packets
" 112 lbs.
Cheese 87 cartons
" 127 lbs.
Chocolate 3 lbs.
Coconut 2 lbs.
Confectionery 9½ lbs.
Cream 1 tin
Cream of Tartar 26 packets
Dates 12 lbs.
,, 6l packets
Eggs (dried). 3 tins
Pigs (dried) 68 packets
Continued.