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WHOOPING COUGH IMMUNISATION CLINIC (CONTD)
The outstanding feature of our experience is the
absence of reaction in nearly every case. 58 children
attended the clinic during the year.
PUBLIC HEALTH (TUBERCULOSIS) REGULATIONS 1930.
The total number of cases of tuberculosis in the Borough
on 31st December 1941 was 330 (pulmonary - males 176,
females 80; non-pulmonary - males 38; females 36)•
TUBERCULOSIS DISPENSARY
The number of new cases examined was 59; 26 of these
were definitely tuberculous (23 pulmonary and 3 non-pulmonary)
and 1 doubtful. 56 contacts were also examined 8 were
definitely tuberculous (7 pulmonary and 1 non-pulmonary) and
1 doubtful. The number of attendances was 409 and 721
visits to the homes of patients were made by the Dispensary
Visitor. The total number of cases on the register on the
31st Deeenber was 269.
Artificial Pneumotherax treatment.
12 patients received treatment. The total cost
(£75- 16s- 0d.) was borne by the Council.
Extra Nourishment
16 cases received extra nourishment. The total cost
(£110. 14s. 9d.) was borne by the Council.
Dental Treatment.
There were no patients recommended for dental treatment
during the year.
J. A. STRUTHERS, M.D., M.R.C.B., D.P.H.,
Medical Officer of Health.