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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
Ealing 1936
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Ealing]
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The number of cases treated and the total number of attendances made were as follows:—
| Condition Treated. | No. of cases treated. | Total attendances made. |
|---|---|---|
| Skin: | ||
| Ringworm | 12 | 91 |
| Scabies | 25 | 89 |
| Impetigo | 250 | 2,781 |
| Others | 233 | 1,049 |
| Minor eye defects | 191 | 1,972 |
| Minor ear defects | 354 | 2,408 |
| Miscellaneous: | ||
| Minor injuries | 261 | 1,222 |
| Sores | 662 | 4,939 |
| Others | 27 | 115 |
| Total | 2,015 | 14,666 |
(b) Defective Vision.—The report of the Ophthalmic
Surgeon, Dr. L. G. Scoular, is herewith submitted. It will be
particularly noted that he has discussed the problem of dealing
with partially sighted children. His observations, in view of
those submitted by Dr. J. D. Kershaw on the same problem in
the previous report will have to receive very careful consideration
at an early date.
"Report on the Eyesight of School Children."
"During the year 626 new cases were examined, and there
were 927 re-examinations. Comparing this with the numbers
seen in 1934 when the last full report was made, there is an increase
of 66 new cases and 412 re-examinations.
"It is my practice to test every child after drops have been
instilled into the eyes, and in the great majority of cases it is
possible to prescribe the correct glasses immediately. In some,
however, it is necessary to see them in a few days' time to carry