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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
Lambeth 1970
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Lambeth Borough]
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| Articles Delivered | Returned | |
|---|---|---|
| Armchair Commodes | 260 | 181 |
| Stool Commodes | 60 | 77 |
| Tripod Walking Aids | 9 | 3 |
| Penryn Hoists | 6 | 4 |
| Homecraft Walking Aids | 12 | 7 |
| Zimmer Walking Aids | 6 | 9 |
| Hospital Beds | 8 | 8 |
| Mattresses | 6 | 3 |
| Dunlopillo Mattresses | 3 | 4 |
| Plastic Mattress Covers | 6 | — |
| Adult Cot Beds | 2 | 1 |
| Back Rests | 19 | 16 |
| Bed Cradles | 19 | 11 |
| Easi-carri Hoists with slings | 4 | 2 |
| Fracture Boards | 45 | 23 |
| Fireguards | 24 | 2 |
| Rubber Sheeting 36" | 80½ yards | — |
| Ripple Bed—Hire from Talley Surgical Co. | 9 | 9 |
| Ripple Bed (Property of London Borough of Lambeth) | 2 | — |
INCONTINENCE
Supplies of incontinence pads (38,812) and Padding Rolls (92) have been
issued to 593 patients in their own homes, on the recommendation of the family
doctor or district nurse. Recipients must be able to make satisfactory arrangements
for the disposal of the used pads.
Incontinence garments in the following sizes have been issued:—
| Small | 18 |
| Medium | 22 |
| Large | 17 |
Protective liners (19,700) were issued to 58 patients.