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C(8). Ear, Nose and Throat.
Operative treatment for cases of Tonsils and Adenoids
in school children is being carried out at Erith Hospital.
SECTION D.—HOSPITAL AND AMBULANCE
FACILITIES.
D (1 ). General.
Situated in the area is a hospital of 50 beds, which is
maintained by voluntary efforts. The building is well
equipped and has a visiting staff of local medical practitioners.
The special departments are attended by a special consultant
staff.
The services of the large General and Special Hospitals
in London are readily accessible to residents in this area.
D(2). Venereal Diseases.
A Venereal Diseases Clinic for this area is held at
Dartford and is provided by the Kent County Council.
D (3). Children.
A ward of 10 beds is provided at the Erith and District
Hospital, whilst special hospitals in Woolwich and other
parts of London are easily accessible.

D(5). Mortuary.
The Borough Mortuary is situated at the rear of Erith
Parish Church in West Street and consists of a reception
room and a viewing room. There is accommodation for 4
bodies. During the year 1947, 57 bodies were placed therein.
Inquests—9: Post Mortems—48.