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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Harrow 1973
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Harrow]
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| (B) | 1972 | 1973 |
|---|---|---|
| Number eligible | 2,829 | 2,809 |
| Number accepting | 2,151 | 2,221 |
| Acceptance rate | 76% | 79.1% |
| Positive reactors | 65 | 45 |
| Percentage positive | 3.2% | 2.2% |
| Negative reactors | 1,935 | 2,032 |
| Number given B.C.G. vaccination | 1,922 | 2,030 |
All positive reactors are referred to the chest clinic for x-ray and
investigation. These investigations include x-ray examination of all
domiciliary contracts.
Rubella Vaccination (see page 34).
PROVISION OF MILK AND MEALS IN SCHOOLS
During 1973 the total number of meals served was 3,737,937 of which
227,095 were free.
Forty-seven schools were served by kitchens on the premises and
seven by container meals.
Under the Regulations governing free milk for school children
requiring it on medical grounds 57 certificates were issued. 227 children
were still receiving milk.
EMPLOYMENT OF CHILDREN
Under Section 59 of the Education Act 1944, education authorities
are empowered to prohibit or restrict the employment of a child if they
consider it would be prejudicial to his health or otherwise render him
unfit to obtain the full benefit of the education provided for him.
All children must, therefore, be medically examined before taking up
employment.
Number of children examined and found fit for employment
during 1973 741