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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, 1,359 appointments were made—1,095 children completed
treatment; of these, 1,012 were under 5 years of age. In October, 1950,
combined Diphtheria and Whooping Cough immunisation was introduced;
650 children completed this treatment. Of the 1,012 children referred to
above, 647 received the combined treatment. No children were Schick tested.
In addition, 1,361 children received a re¬inforcing injection.
Whooping Cough.
During the year, 52 appointments were made for this treatment—49
children completed treatment. In addition, 650 children completed combined
Diphtheria and Whooping Cough treatment. 19 children were given reinforcing
injection.