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HEALTH PROPAGANDA.
In accordance with the Ministry of Health Circular 40/49,
a Diphtheria Immunisation Campaign took place during the summer,
consisting of advertisements in the local press, billposting,
distribution of leaflets, posters and the screening of slides
and a film trailer at local cinemas.
A film trailer on "Burning and Scalding Accidents" was
screened at the cinemas.
Posters and leaflets regarding vaccination and facilities
therefor were distributed, and posters on various health
subjects were exhibited in the Council's public conveniences
during the year.
Publicity was given to the handling of food, protection
against diarrhoea, whooping cough, tuberculosis, influenza,
venereal diseases, measles, scabies etc.
In all, approximately 20,000 leaflets and posters were
utilised for health propaganda purposes.
TUBERCULOSIS CARE COMMITTED.
During the year the Tuberculosis Care Committee has
continued its useful work amongst tuberculosis patients and
their families on the same lines as before.
95 cases have been assisted - with clothing, removal
expenses, pocket money, insurance arrears, lino and curtains
for new homes, wireless repairs and licences, extra nourishments,
Christmas gifts, etc.
The Committee acknowledge with gratitude the help again
given by local firms and friends by the purchase of the
Christmas seals. From the sale this year £332 was raised,
practically as large an amount as last year, and a sum which
will enable the Committee to consider favourably the often
very sad cases brought to their notice.
They also thank the London County Council for arranging
the continuance of the grant from the Sunday Cinema performances,
the National Assistance Board, the Jewish Board of
Guardians, and the British Red Cross Society for their help
and co-operation, and the several members of the Committee who
have during the year brought very welcome gifts of clothing
for patients .
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