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(i) Food Poisoning.
There was one outbreak of food poisoning in which 15 cases
were involved, the origin of infection being considered attributable
to sources outside the Borough.
During the year a total of 23 notifications were received.
Consumption of the following foods alleged to be responsible:—
Shellfish 19
Sausages 1
Various 3
(j) Clean Food Campaign.
The Ministry of Food issued Circular M.F. 12/49 which
drew the attention of Local Authorities to the need for clean
handling of food in all its aspects. Accordingly a letter was
sent from the Public Health Department to the occupiers of all
food premises in the Borough.
The letter stressed the importance of clean handling of food
and appealed for the co-operation of all concerned to secure and
maintain a good standard of cleanliness and personal hygiene
in connection with the manufacture, distribution, storage and
handling of food.
In addition a number of practical hints and advice with
regard to food hygiene were included.
The letter was followed up by visits at which advice where
necessary was given.
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