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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
Crayford 1956
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Crayford]
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All the above samples were genuine with the exception of the following:-
| Sample of | Analysis | Action taken |
|---|---|---|
| Pork | Fat 32%,, Lean 31%, total meat | Makers |
| Chipolatas | 63% Sulphite none. Fat more than lean Slightly low in meat. | warned |
| Fresh Salmon | The coating consisting of bread | Makers |
| Fish Cakes | crumbs, etc., amounted to about 30% of the whole Of the inside the ratio of salmon to potato was approximately 2 : 3. | warned |
| Fresh Salmon | Fish 45%, Bread or similar filler | Makers |
| Fish Cakes | 30%, Potato 20% Advertisement not justified | warned |
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION
The problem of atmospheric pollution still persists, cement
dust and industrial smoke being the chief offenders Although
the Council have carried out schemes to instal modern fuel
burning appliances in their older properties, the modern fire
still presents a problem by emitting too much smoke and unless
householders are prepared to use only smokeless types of fuel,
providing of course ample supplies were available, unsatisfactory
conditions will no doubt prevail. Complete smokeless zones would
naturally play a great part in eliminating the general pollution
of the atmosphere.
CONTROL OF RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS
During the year the following infestations were dealt with -
Rats 101, Mice 58, Woodworm 10, Bugs 5, Miscellaneous 9.
| (1) Total number of dwellinghouses inspected for housing defects (under Public Health or Housing Acts) | 274 |
| Number of inspections made for that purpose | 815 |
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