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Infantile Mortality.—The infantile mortality rate of 66 is the second
lowest recorded in the Borough.
Infant Consultations.—-The average attendances at these clinics have
increased in spite of a very wet summer and autumn, the weather having
a marked influence on the attendances at clinics. Old Ford heads the
list with an average of 70 attendances per clinic.
The Maternity and Child Welfare Centre, Wellington Road.—The
opening of this Centre in November, 1927, proved a great asset to our
work. The Infant Consultation, Ante-Natal, Dental and Light Clinics
are now being held there under ideal conditions and although only a few
children have as yet been admitted to the Observation Wards it is most
encouraging to see the enthusiastic way in which the mothers endeavour
to carry out the methods which have proved so successful in the Wards.
The transfer from Christ Church, Cubitt Town, to the Methodist
Chapel, Manchester Road, only took place early this year, 1928, but I
feel I must mention it in this report as the new premises are so entirely
satisfactory. They are warm, spacious and convenient. A complete
contrast to the old quarters and they are fully appreciated.
Old Ford Wesleyan Mission.—The attendances here are still very
high. When the numbers reach 80—120 for one session the work is not
satisfactory.
The Light Clinics.—The Clinics have been well attended and good
results obtained. It is due to this that the number of children needing
Convalescent Treatment was considerably lower than last year.
In 1926, 44 children were sent away. In 1927 only 25.
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The Dental Clinic is still very popular. We have always a waiting
list and I am glad to say that more expectant mothers were willing to
attend for treatment.