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The Control of Rodents and Other Pests.
In addition to work under the Rats and Mice (Destruction)
Act, 1919, such work as mosquito control and
general disinfestations were given careful attention.
During the year the following infestations were
dealt with:—
Rats, 111. Crickets 30. Wooly Bear 1
Miscellaneous 11.
Mosquito Control—40 gallon metal drums—treatments 120.
300 gallon concrete tanks—treatments 96.
CONTROL OVER INFECTIOUS DISEASE.
Diphtheria Immunisation.
Propaganda has been carried out continuously
throughout the year. Attractive Birthday Cards were
sent to all children on attaining their first birthday, together
with letters asking parents to take advantage of
the Council's free scheme. This was supported by personal
appeal by the Public Health Staff.
No cases of Diphtheria have occurred in the area
since 1942.
Immunisation is carried out at each of the Infant
Welfare Clinics held at Crayford, Barnehurst and Blade
Green, and also at the Public Health Department, and
all the Schools in the area.
Total number of children who completed the full
course of immunisation during the year:—
Under 5 years of age 514
Over 5 years and under 15 years 55
Total 569
Percentage of Child population considered Immunised
at the end of the year:—
Under Five years 81 per cent.
Over Five and under Fifteen years 94 per cent.
Alum Precipitated Toxoid in two doses (0.2 cc. and
0.5 cc.) is now used as routine.
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