London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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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
Croydon 1971
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]
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30
CERVICAL CYTOLOGY
The number of new cases fell sharply this year due partly to the postal
strike. More repeat smears were taken and the number coming forward is
expected to increase each year.
Other cards are for Health Visitors to use in homes and clinics.
| COLOUR | USE | NUMBER RETURNED |
|---|---|---|
| White | Cytology Sessions | 959 |
| Green | Health Visitors | |
| Pink | School Medical Inspection! | 5 278 |
For detailed figures see page 108.