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sultation and never appeared for treatment. Some
expectant mothers found it hard to bring their toddlers.
In a few instances an outbreak of infectious disease
caused a hiatus which no attempt was made to bridge
over. It must be pointed out, however, that this feature
of backsliding is not infrequently seen in any form of
treatment demanding a number of attendances over a
long period and is not confined to Artificial Sunlight
Clinics."
(e) Treatment of Minor Ailments. Children requiring
medical or surgical treatment for certain minor ailments are
referred to the School Clinic, Brewer Street, to a private
practitioner, or to a hospital. During the year 37 were sent
to this clinic and for each case the Council paid 5s. Children
referred there suffered from the following conditions:—

(/) Dental Treatment. Dental work is carried out at the
School Clinic, Brewer Street. Mothers and children are
referred there from the centres. The following Table, No. 78,
shows the cases attending and the total attendances during
the year. The number of sessions was 24 excluding anaesthetic
days.