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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
Hornsey 1959
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hornsey, Borough of]
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Vale Road School for Physically Handicapped Children
Cerebral Palsy Unit
During the year 29 children suffering from cerebral palsy were cared
for at the Vale Road Day Special School for Physically Handicapped, Tottenham.
Under the supervision of the visiting consultant (Dr. Dunham) and with
the help of parent, teacher, nurse and therapists, it is possible to help the
children to learn how to tackle normal tasks in a normal way both in and out
of school, despite in most cases a grossly handicapped condition.
Special arrangements are made for parents of children too young to
attend the nursery class at the School, to be given advice and continued supervision.
ANALYSIS OF CASES SEEN AT CEREBRAL PALSY UNIT IN 1959
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 5-10 years | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 10-15 years | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Over 15 years | - | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 7 | 6 | 13 |
Diagnosis Male Female Total
Cerebral palsy 4 3 7
Amyotonia congenita 1 - 1
Mental retardation 2 - 2
Epilepsy and mental retardation 2 2
Emotional upset, minor motor defect 1 1
Total 7 6 13
Seven confirmed cases of Cerebral Palsy - Action Taken
Admitted to Vale Road School in 1959 3
(Admitted to Vale Road School in January 1960) 1
Admitted in 1959 and awaiting place in educationally
sub-normal school 1
Waiting for vacancy in Vale Road School 1
Under school age 1
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