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IMMUNISATION.
As and from 5th July, 1948, immunisation against Diphtheria and
Whooping Cough became the responsibility of the Middlesex County Council.
Diphtheria.
During the year, 1,716 appointments were made—1,106 children completed
treatment; of these 954 were under 5 years of age. In October, 1950,
combined Diphtheria and Whooping Cough immunisation was introduced;
586 children completed this treatment. Of the 954 children referred to above,
575 received the combined treatment. 3 children were Shick tested. In
addition 1,670 children received a re-inforcing injection. Up to 31st December,
1951 53.95% of children under 5 years of age and 84.23% of children
from 5-15 years of age had completed immunisation treatment.
Whooping Cough.
During the year 156 appointments were made for this treatment—113
children completed treatment. In addition, 586 children completed combined
Diphtheria and Whooping Cough treatment. 126 children were given reinforcing
injection.