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definite reduction in rat population, and therefore less waste and
contamination of our precious foodstuffs.
The hygiene in food premises has further noticeably improved
during the year, our food-handlers' leaflet being also revised and
widely distributed. No case of food poisoning originated from these
premises, our only case having eaten duck-eggs purchased privately.
The continued regular weekly treatment of all dustbins and chutes with
gammexane by the Cleansing Department during the fly-breeding season,
has also contributed to the production of an almost fly-free borough
during 1952; and the continued universal free washing facilities in
the public conveniences has encouraged good personal hygiene.
Altogether, I feel that we can say that Shoreditch is still not
lagging behind in its efforts for the public's health.
In this connection, I would like to thank your Worship and the
members of the Borough's Health and Welfare Committees for your
continued courtesy and co-operation. I am also indebted to every
member of the Public Health and Welfare departments for their yeoman
service throughout the year, as well as to my colleagues in other
departments and to those serving other Authorities throughout the
country.
Yours faithfully,
B. BROADBENT
Medical Officer of Health.