View report page

19
(iii) Infestation.
The details with regard to the prevention of Infestation were
set out in my Report for last year, and are still in operation. There
are very few cases of Lice infestation, and the number of cases of
Scabies brought to our notice has been reduced. We still get reports
of children, who are dirty in their person, or in their clothing, and
when this occurs appropriate action is taken.
(iv) Evacuation.
Soon after the advent of flying bombs on this part of the
Country, Romford was declared an "Evacuation" Area, and complete,
although hurried, arrangements were made for the medical
examination of all persons to be evacuated. In this connection, I
received considerable assistance from the medical and nursing staff
of the School Medical Service of the Essex County Council, and it
was with pleasure that I noted the infrequency of cases of infestation
amongst the children. Furthermore, the great majority were
adequately nourished and clad, and well-cared for.
Special arrangements were made for expectant mothers, who
wished to be evacuated during their last month of pregnancy, and
we are indebted to the Women's Voluntary Services, and to the
members of the Volunteer Car Pool, who have given us continuous
service in the matter of transport.
(v) Air Raid Precautions.
Owing to increased enemy activity in the area the Casualty
Service Personnel again had the opportunity of giving a good
account of themselves, and, I am pleased to say, upheld their previous
reputation for promptitude and efficiency. This service has
been very much appreciated by those members of the public, who
have, unfortunately, been subjected to injury.
A series of lectures on First-Aid have been given during the
year, and interest has been maintained by holding revision classes
whenever possible.