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to the Dispensary for further observation and they are now regarded as nontuberculous.
Eleven cases were diagnosed as suffering from tuberculosis and eight of
these are now under treatment; the other three have subsequently been regarded as
non-tuberculous. Nineteen cases were definitely diagnosed as non-tuberculous and
their length of stay in these observation beds varied from two weeks to five months.
Institutional Treatment.—The following Table, No. 78, shows the number of
admissions to special hospitals, sanatoria, public general hospitals, institutions and
training colonies:—

Out-Patient Hospital Treatment.— Arrangements exist with different London
Hospitals for special forms of treatment. During the year 12 Finsen Light treatments
and 55 Ultra-Violet Ray treatments were given, and 312 Pneumo-thorax Refills were
carried out. X-Ray examinations are made at the Woolwich War Memorial Hospital,
and the total number so made during the year was 533. Of these, 427 were on new
patients seen at the Dispensary during the year, 68 of which were positive.
Dental Treatment.—Dental treatment is carried out under the Council's scheme
at the School Clinic, Brewer Street. During the year 33 cases received treatment,
the number of attendances being 78. The only charge made to patients is in
connection with the supply of dentures, and then patients are assessed according to
their means. Dentures were supplied in 12 cases at a cost of £58 16s. Od., and
payments by patients amounted to £14 13s. lOd. In assessing patients, due regard
is given to dental benefits they may be entitled to from approved societies.
Shelters.—Twelve shelters are maintained by the Council for patients returning
from sanatoria who are able and willing to continue this form of treatment.