London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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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 1972
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Lambeth Borough]
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LOAN OF NURSING EQUIPMENT AND FIREGUARDS
During the year the following articles of equipment were loaned through the Health Department
| Articles | Issued | Returned |
|---|---|---|
| Armchair Commodes | 390 | 259 |
| Stool Commodes | 50 | 52 |
| Tripod Walking Aid | 14 | 2 |
| Homecraft Walking Aid | 3 | 4 |
| Zimmer Walking Aid | 70 | 36 |
| Penryn Hoist | 10 | 7 |
| Easi Carri Hoist | 12 | 6 |
| Hoyer Travel Hoist | 3 | 2 |
| Back Rest | 42 | 20 |
| Bed Cradle | 44 | 19 |
| Mattress | 9 | 10 |
| Cot Bed | 4 | 2 |
| Pole | 3 | 2 |
| Rubber Sheeting | 178½ yards | NIL |
| Fireguards | 17 | 1 |
| Fracture Boards | 86 | 43 |
| Hospital Beds | 7 | 5 |
INCONTINENCE
Supplies of incontinence pads (75,440) and Padding Rolls (576) have been
issued to 389 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.
232 incontinence garments have been issued.
Protective liners (21,000) were issued to 47 patients.