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Premature Infants and Illegitimate Children
There has been no change in the arrangements for dealing
with these children.
During the year the deaths of 3 infants were attributed to
prematurity. All deaths took place in Institutions.
Adoption of Children
Close co-operation was maintained with the Adoption
Societies and the Court Officers. The homes are visited by the
Health Visitors and reports are furnished on their suitability for
the reception and care of a child.
Child Life Protection
At the end of the year there were 15 foster parents and 17
foster children on the register. These were visited throughout the
year by the Health Visitors who act as Child Life Protection
Visitors.
Day Nurseries
There are three day nurseries providing 140 places. There was
a long waiting list at each nursery.
The health of the children was exceptionally good throughout
the year.
Domestic Helps
The demand for helps has always been much in excess of the
supply.
At the end of the year the equivalent of 12 whole, time helps
were employed and help was provided in 298 households during
the year.
Orthopedic Clinic
During 1949, 40 children received treatment at this clinic, and
made 296 attendances.
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