London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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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
Barnet 1971
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barnet]
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Loan of Nursing Equipment
The British Red Cross Society continued to act as agents of the authority in providing
the loan of nursing equipment, apart from large items, which are hired or purchased by the
local authority. A small charge is collected by the Society towards the replacement of
equipment, except in hardship cases, when the charge is paid by the Council.
Incontinence Pads and Clothing
Incontinence pads and clothing are provided free for suitable cases recommended by
general practitioners or home nurses and are available at all main clinics. 533,568 pads
and 1248 pairs of waterproof pants and linings were issued during the year.
Clinics for the Elderly
A total of 51 sessions were held at West Hendon and Watling (Edgware) Clinics and
1286 attendances made.
Chiropody
| Category | Persons provided with Treatment | |
|---|---|---|
| Directly by the Authority (including those treated by private chiropodists on behalf of the Authority) | Through arrangements with Voluntary Organisations | |
| 3761 | 647 | |
| 27 | - | |
| 9 | - | |
| 24 | - | |
| 5 | - | |
| 3826 | 647 | |