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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Wembley 1935
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Wembley]
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DISINFECTION OF PREMISES AND ARTICLES.
During the year 611 disinfections were carried out
after:—
Notifiable Infectious Diseases 534
Cancer 24
Miscellaneous 44
Vermin 9
Number ok A rticles D isinfected or D estroyed.
| Disinfected. | Destroyed. | |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 121 | 9 |
| Bolsters | 317 | 6 |
| Blankets | 1221 | 9 |
| Counterpanes | 278 | 9 |
| Covers | 5 | — |
| Cushions | 50 | 6 |
| Mattresses | 590 | 27 |
| Palliasses | 1 | 2 |
| Pillows | 1159 | 20 |
| Rugs and Mats | 23 | — |
| Sheets | 663 | 14 |
| Wearing Apparel | 220 | 7 |
| Carpets | 3 | — |
| Sundries | 84 | 8 |
| Total | 4735 | 117 |
CANCER.
Last year, 1935, there were 96 deaths from this disease
in the district, 52 men, 44 women. In 1934 there were 91
deaths, 54 men, 37 women. Taking the average for the last
five years the rate per 1,000 of population is 1.01, a figure
which compares favourably with that for England and Wales.
One may be sure that this number can be lessened by
the determination of sufferers to seek advice at an earlier
stage. The presence of a small new growth anywhere about
the body should be a matter of concern and its true nature
ascertained at once. The presence of an unusual discharge,
especially of an offensive nature, should be rectified. No
one should be satisfied with anything less, and if necessary
should see a doctor many times to be assured of their
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