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One of the most difficult cases was an intelligent lady of over 80 who had
refused medical and nursing attention and refused admission to hospital. She told a
life-story which began with a most unhappy childhood. Her story began My mother
died the day I was born "
Eighteen cases, however, where it was thought that the person might be in need
of some attention were brought to the notice of the Public Health Department,
Each person was considered individually and advised how est he or she could
be helped by the existing voluntary and statutory services.
In those cases where removal was essential, the old people concerned agreed to
go into hospital or other accommodation voluntarily.
In dealing with the problem the co-operation of Mr. R. R. Holland, the Area
Welfare Officer, has been greatly appreciated.
National Assistance Act, 1948.
Section 50 - Public Burials
Under Section 50 of the National Assistance Act, 1948, the Borough Council is
required to arrange for the burial or cremation of any person who has died or been
found dead in their area if in such case it appears to the Council that no suitable
arrangements for the disposal of the body have been or are being made.
During the year four burials were carried out, three adults and one child.
General Hospital Facilities
Edgware General Hospital.
Hendon District Hospital.
Infectious Diseases - Hospital Accommodation
West Hendon Hospital.
Neasden Isolation Hospital, Willesden.
Any other Infectious Disease Hospital controlled by the
North-Western Metropolitan Regional Hospital Board,
Tuberculosis Treatment and Hospital Accomodation
Edgware General Hospital.
Admissions are also arranged through the Regional Hospital Board to the Regional
Chest Hospitals, particularly Clare Hall and Colindale.
The Chest Clinic at Edgware serves primarily those living in the Borough of
Hendon and the Stanmore Queensbury and Kingsbury districts of Harrow and Wembley.
Health Services provided by the Middlesex County Council
The following services are provided by the Middlesex County Council under
Part III of the National Health Service Act, 1946:-
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