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Lung Cancer
Nine cases of carcinoma of the bronchus were disclosed; 8 males and 1 female. Of the males
7 were in the 45-and-over age group, giving a rate of 6.25 per 1000 examined in this category.The
majority of cases proved amenable to surgical intervention.
Other chest conditions were detected in fair numbers as in previous years.
General comments
During the year under review the Unit was under the directorship of the late Dr. D.J. Lawless,
and it is sad to have to record his sudden death in February 1970.
The future of this Unit is dependent on the outcome of the recommendations made by the
Department of Health under H.M. Circular (69) 97, and any comments on policy at this stage
would be premature.
The Unit staff, as usual, carried out their duties most efficiently, and my thanks are Jue
to them. I am happy to acknowledge the ready co-operation of Dr. W.G. Swann, Medical Officer
of Health for the City. The advice and assistance of the Thames Group Hospital Management
Committee and the Regional Hospital Board has been much appreciated."
Special Hostels for Tuberculous Men
1968 1969
Men resident during the year 2 4
Loan of Nursing Aids
1968 1969
Supplied by Health Department 26 44
Supplied by British Red Cross Society
City Branch 7 2
The increase in the number of nursing aids loaned to City residents in 1969 reflects the
degree of chronic illness in the aged population. Wheelchairs, commodes and back rests are in
frequent demand but the variety of articles increases as the number of disabilities increase.
Meals for Invalids and Sick Persons
Meals, and in some instances, special diabetic meals are delivered five days a week by the
Meals on Wheels Service.
Chiropody Service
During the year the Corporation in addition to continuing the service already well established
in the City became responsible for the chiropody service formerly operated by the City of London
Old Peoples' Welfare Association at the Three Score Club.
The following reports have been received from Mrs. A.M. Sierankowska, M.Ch.S., S.R.Ch.,
and Mr. R. Jones, M.Ch.S., S.R.Ch., respectively.
"There were no special changes in the Chiropody Service in the year 1969. It was run along
the pattern of the two previous years, ensuring that foot treatment was available to those in
greatest need living within the boundaries of the City of London.
The service is given through four channels which are as follows:-
(1) Clinics held at Milton Court for those ambulant enough to be able to attend there; these
numbered thirteen in 1969 and a total of almost one hundred treatments was given.
(2) The Clinic held monthly at the Salvation Army Hostel in Middlesex Street, for the residents.
This is proving a disappointing venture; instead of there being an increase in the number
of patients requesting treatment it seems that the number is declining.
The total attendances for the year were fifty seven, about half of the Milton Court number.
The Brigadier at the Hostel does much to encourage the men to attend the clinic. If the
number of those interested rises sufficiently the clinic will, of course, be retained.
(3) About onehundred and fifty domiciliary visits were made to those who are housebound because
of ill-health or advanced age.
(4) Finally, Sir John Cass's Foundation School; the sessions held there average five a term.
This year 303 inspections were carried outand 105 treatments given.This is very satisfactory
and ensures that all the children's feet are examined annually. Those in need of treatment
receive it, of course, as need arises. The school gives great co-operation and special
thanks are due to both Mr. Jarvis and his secretary."
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