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The above table accounts for all the patients who left the
Sanatorium up to December 3st, 1913. Out of the 316
who have left over one year, 91 are now well and at work,
10 are unwell, 148 have died, and 67 have been lost sight of.
At least 37 per cent. of those treated are well and at work.
81. Of the 67 patients not accounted for, a large proportion
have emigrated, and are believed to be well and
at work in Canada, Australia, South. Africa, etc.
Many cases have now been in regular work for five, six,
and even seven years, after spending only two or three
months at Peppard; several mothers of families have continued
for similar periods to look after their families and
perform their household duties.
The fact that so many relapse as the years go on indicates
that more healthy occupations and conditions of life are
required on return home. More after care, suitable work,
a guaranteed income, and the provision of a garden shelter,
would probably improve the sanatorium results 50 per cent.
82. Shelters for Consumptives. The use and provision
of these shelters has been described in previous Reports.
Two additional ones were constructed in 1914, and there are
now 13 shelters available. Four are at present (30th April)
disepgaged. 4 are occupied by men, 2 by women, 2 by
boys, and 1 by a girl.
These shelters are lent at a small rent varying from
is. 6d. to 3d. per week, according to means. Only those who
have no source of inoome are now exempted from payment.
The weekly call to collect the rent insures that the shelter