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further in-patient treatment, while several patients were referred
to Chase Farm Hospital, for further out-patient treatment.
Tonsil operations and dental extractions in school children
were temporarily suspended during the worst phase of the epidemic,
as a precautionary measure, but were re-commenced in November.
The usual routine precautions to prevent spread of infection were
also taken. It was not found necessary to close the local swimming
baths at any period, and there was no evidence of any spread
of infection through their use.
It is considered that, relative to the population of the district,
the incidence of infection was not unduly high in Enfield, as compared
with the country as a whole.
RATS AND MICE DESTRUCTION
Responsibility for the prevention of infestation by rats and
mice under The Rats and Mice (Destruction) Act, 1919, rests on
the occupier of the premises.
The Council employ a trained rat-catcher whose services are
available to occupiers on payment of the appropriate charges.
This service has been used to the full and has proved very effective
in reducing the rat population. Factories and industrial concerns
have arrangements with the Council for regular visits to their
premises.