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PREMATURE RABIES
Any child weighing 5'A lbs. or less when born is regarded as premature, and necessary
advice and assistance is afforded to mothers with premature babies.
Statistics relating to premature births occurring during the year will be found
on page 108 .
RECUPERATIVE HOLIDAYS
Recuperative holidays for mothers and young children are provided under Section 22
of the National Health Service Act, and for the prevention of illness, care and aftercare
under Section 28 of the Act. Medical recommendations for recuperative holidays
are submitted by general practitioners, hospitals, health visitors and social workers.
A total of 482 adults and children were placed in recuperative holiday homes during
the year, including 236 schoolchildren for whom the Inner London Education Authority
made arrangements.
CARE OF THE UNMARRIED MOTHER AND HER CHILD
(a) Mother and Raby Homes: Voluntary organisations provide accommodation in
mother and baby homes for those in need. Such organisations are supported by grants
from the Council via the Health and Welfare Committees. Expectant and nursing mothers
admitted to such homes during the year numbered 30
(b) Moral Welfare Associations: Financial assistance is also given to Moral
Welfare Associations providing service for residents of the borough.
RESIDENTIAL ESTABLISHMENTS FOR CHILDREN IN CARE
The Health Department's visiting medical officers regularly attend at the Children's
Department's residential establishments to examine the children, treat any cases of
illness occurring and advise on medical aspects of child welfare, hygiene and the prevention
of infection. The department is also responsible for the provisions of relief nursing
staff as required at these establishments.
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