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Enfield 1940
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Enfield]
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INFANT MORTALITY.
The infant mortality rate was 42.53, the second lowest recorded
for at least 50 years.
| 1940 | 1939 | |
|---|---|---|
| Live births | 1,607 | 1,756 |
| Still births | 44 | 62 |
PUERPERAL PYREXIA.
During the year 1 case of puerperal pyrexia was notified which
was removed to hospital.
MATERNAL MORTALITY.
There were two maternal deaths resulting from Pregnancy.
Both died in institutions.
There are in Enfield the following Nursing Homes:
| Proprietor. | Address. | Total No. of Beds. | No. of Maternity Beds. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barker, Mrs. | 238 & 240, Baker Street, Enfield. | 11 | — |
| Tughan, Dr. & Mrs. | 29, Derby Road, Ponders End. | 4 | 4 |
These homes were inspected regularly by your Medical Officers
during the course of the year.
ADMINISTRATION OF MIDWIVES ACT, 1902-36.
During the year 1940 there were 14 Midwives practising in
Enfield, all of whom lived in the district. The Midwives were
visited regularly by the Medical Officers, and their records and
equipment inspected. Of these 14 Midwives, 11 were employed
by the Council as whole-time Municipal Midwives, and one in a
temporary capacity.