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BLINDNESS
I am indebted to the Chief Welfare Officer for access to his
records regarding blind persons registered during the year.
These show that of the 82 cases registered:-
7 were due to glaucoma and
41 to cataract.
Of the cases where surgical treatment had been recommended,
subsequent follow-up showed it had either been performed or
would be carried out except:-
3 patients had died.
2 patients had removed from the Borough.
EPILEPTICS
Reference is made in the School Health section regarding
number of cases known to the department. In addition the Chief
Welfare Officer informs me that 54 adult cases are registered
with his Department, 8 of whom are in special Homes.
NATIONAL ASSISTANCE ACT, 1948, SECTION 47
NATIONAL ASSISTANCE (AMENDMENT) ACT, 1951
During 1963 no order for compulsory removal was required. 3
cases (two women and one man) were reported as possibly requiring
this action, but on investigation were dealt with by other means.
Admitted to Queen's Hospital voluntarily 1
Admitted to Mayday Hospital voluntarily
Admitted to local authority Hostel voluntarily
Awaiting admission to a Hostel (on 31.12.63.)
Admitted to private Nursing Home
Provided with additional help (e.g. Home Help
and/or Nurse) and remaining under observation 2
Died before action could be taken
Total 3