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MISS LIMONT'S REPORT.
The report of Miss Limont relates only to a period of about
five months. To Miss Limont has been allotted special duties
such as the supervision of cases of phthisis and matters relating
to infant sickness and mortality.
January, 1907.
To the Medical Officer oj Health.
SIR,
I beg to present a report of my work from July 23rd to
December 31st, 1906.
Voluntary Notification of Phthisis.
I have investigated 243 cases, advised as to precautions to
prevent spread of infection, and urged removal to a sanatorium
or hospital where this appeared desirable. By means of re-visits
I have tried to learn of the removal, recovery or death of the
sufferer, with a view to disinfection of the home. Seventy-eight
premises have been disinfected by this Authority, in three cases
only was permission to do so refused.
Elementary Schools.
All such schools in the Borough have been inspected, and
found to be kept in a cleanly state.
Day Nurseries.
The following nurseries—St. Paul's, East Street, Portland
Town, St. Mark's, Violet Hill, and Ogle Mews, have been
regularly visited; they are all exceptionally well managed, clean
and well ventilated.
Births Attended by Registered Midwives.
Lists of such births are received weekly, and mother and
child at once visited. Of the 304 infants visited only one has
died, and this death was due to a diseased condition at time of
birth.
Re-visits are made as nearly as possible every three months,
and if the child is ailing much more frequently. The mothers
show a real anxiety to follow the advice given to them, and the
standard of health among these infants is exceedingly good.
I am, Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
Sarah W. Limont,
Inspector.