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As I have already stated, we are not ideally equipped to undertake
research on a large scale. None the less, this branch of our
work is so important that we feel more than justified in devoting
such time as is available to its pursuit.
17. Additional
In addition to the work set out in the foregoing paragraphs
we carry out inspections of nursing homes, welfare establishments
and children's homes in the Area. We are also responsible for
duties under the Nurseries' and Child Minders' Regulation Act.
Considerable work is done in regard to the medical assessment
of County staff appointed to or resident in Area No. 2, together
with the medical examination and assessment of Student Teachers,
prior to their entry to training colleges.
We are also responsible for assessing the needs of persons of
all ages applying for admission to holiday homes.
So far as these duties are concerned, it may be stated that the
Area staff is acting more or less directly on behalf of the County
Medical Officer.
18. Conclusion
I would once again stress that this Report merely tries to
supply a composite picture of the work carried out in the Area
during 1953. I would conclude by paying tribute to the Area Staff
generally for their unfailing loyalty and sense of duty. I would also
most sincerely thank the Chairman and Members of the Area
Health Committee for their continuous courtesy and support, which
have been of the very greatest help to me in my work.
Finally, I would take this opportunity of expressing my keen
appreciation of the generous assistance provided by Dr. Perkins and
his staff at head office, together with the equally valuable advice
and assistance supplied by all other departments of the County
Council.
W. C. HARVEY,
Area Medical Officer.
Area Health Office (Area No. 2)
Southgate Town Hall,
Palmers Green N.13.
May, 1954.
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