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which would render the case more liable to relapse,
take such steps as are necessary to prevent this,
and assist in finding suitable employment.
(2) To advise the Borough Council—
(a) In cases where additional nourishment should
be provided for the patient, the Tuberculosis
Officer having recommended the patient on
medical grounds.
(b) In assessing charges to be made where artificial
dentures are supplied on the recommendation
of the Tuberculosis Officer.
(3) Assist the County Council—
(a) In recommending whether the case should
receive institutional treatment from the
County Council, Board of Guardians, or some
voluntary agency.
(b) In assessing charges to be made for residential
treatment.
(c) In arranging for the collection of these charges
for the County Council.
In broad outline these are the functions and duties of a.
Care Committee in London.
So far as finance is concerned the Borough Council are
empowered to defray the salary of the Secretary and such
official expenditure on stationery and postage as may be
reasonably necessary. The Ministry of Health are of opinion
that provision for financial assistance for families should not
be made, but, if it is necessary, the existing public or charitable
organisations should be used by bringing the family in touch
with such organisations. There are no local charitable
organisations in Woolwich available for providing for the
needs of the tuberculous, so, unless the Woolwich Care