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Extra nourishment in the form of dried milk and eggs has been
provided for a number of cases on the terms laid down by the Minister
of Health. In other cases extra nourishment has been obtained from
the Guardians or the Red Cross Society.
(x1-) The arrangements for treating non-pulmonary tuberculosis,
especially tuberculosis of bones and, joints in adults and in children, and
for the provision of surgical apparatus, etc.
Non-pulmonary cases requiring residential treatment are referred
to the L.C.C. for sanatorium or hospital treatment. Cases that can
suitably be dealt with as out-patients are referred to the London Hospital
according to the terms of the agreement referred to, as are also cases of
lupus for Finsen Light treatment.
Surgical apparatus is obtained through hospital almoners, Invalid
Children's Aid Association, Charity Organisation Society, or other
charitable bodies.
(xii.) The arrangements for "care" and "after care" and their
working.
The Care Committee meets fortnightly at the dispensary. Most of
the public or voluntary organisations connected with social work are
represented, as well as the London Insurance Committee and the Panel
Practitioners. The services of the Committee are available for any
case of tuberculosis in the borough, but the sanction of the patient is
obtained before his case is brought before it. A special Secretary for
care work is to be appointed shortly.
(xiii.) Particulars as to any local arrangements for finding employment
for patients.
No arrangements exist for finding employment for patients except
the Labour Bureaux, which are of little or no value to the tuberculous
patient, who usually requires light occupation.
(xiv.) Statement as to the supply and supervision of shelters at the
homes of patients.
One shelter has been purchased and loaned.
(xv.) Any special points noted locally as to the incidence of tuberculosis
(i.e., occupation).
Nothing of special note.