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Barking 1947
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barking]
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THE HEALTH OF BARKING
taken on the panel towards the end of the year, it was possible to discontinue the
employment of these private home helps.
In order that it may be fully appreciated how this service has grown the following figures are given relating to the cases dealt with during the past three years
| 1945 | 1946 | 1947 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cases attended by Council Home Helps | 50 | 73 | 210 |
| Cases attended by Private Home Helps paid by the Corporation | 19 | 175 | 156 |
I anticipate the demand for this service will increase still further and it will
become a very important social service.
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