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There were no cases of lymphocytic chorio meningitis, which is a
disease similar to infantile paralysis and which is due to a mouse
urine virus.
It is disturbing that there is little one can do to prevent the spread
of this distressing disease. Every case notified is visited and general
advice on the disease given, e.g., the exclusion of children from school
and the exclusion of adult contacts when such contacts are employed
in food production or handling, the importance of complete rest where
contacts develop a " catarrhal illness," and the need for strict hygiene,
both personal and environmental. While the cause of spread remains
uncertain, the action of the Medical Officer of Health is limited except
in the field of consultation with the general practictioners.