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Phthisis.
Deaths.
1898 11
1897 20
1896 18
The sudden drop in the number of deaths from this disease is
remarkable. Possibly the lessened hours of labour and the increased
facilities for exercise in the fresh air, may have had some influence in
producing this result.
Influenza.
Deaths.
1898 5
1897 4
1896 5
The annual Poll of deaths resulting from Influenza is remarkably
constant.
Cancer.
Deaths.
1898 7
1897 7
1896 8
Further Sanitary Requirements of District.
1. Much still remains to be done in re laying and ventilation of
drains and sewers in many parts of the town, in rendering many
houses more habitable by paving around them, &c.
2. More ventilation to the public sewers and more stringent
regulations as to the efficient ventilation of private house drains and
construction of manholes. Revision of Bye-laws on these matters.
3. Sanitary houses at a moderate rent for the labouring classes.
4. Fresh Water Supply for Creeksmouth.
5. The question of a Permanent Isolation Hospital has been
discussed during the year. My own opinion is that as many additions
are urgently needed in the present building, it would be wise to make
these additions in connection with a Permanent Scheme.