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many tables and much data and, in accordance with requirements,
have confined my observations to the more important features and
statistics of the year.
Prominent among such is the opening of the new pavilion at
Harts Sanatorium, a permanent well-equipped building which has
not only proved of the greatest benefit to sufferers, but has afforded
much satisfaction in regard to the Council's arrangements for the
treatment of tuberculosis.
The completion of the Nursery Block at the Children's Homes,
Aldersbrook, marks a still further stage in the admirable work of
this institution.
The Domiciliary Medical Service Scheme for persons in
receipt of Public Assistance was put into operation on 1st October,
1933, for a period of one year. The Scheme is outlined later in
the Report and although it is too early to express any opinion as
to its effectiveness or the desirability of continuing it, no serious
difficulties have so far arisen.
The extensions to the Infectious Diseases Hospital have proved
of material benefit in the treatment of infectious disease, and permitted
the admission of patients for whom provision did not
formerly exist.
The plans submitted to the Ministry of Health for a new
Tuberculosis and Chest Clinic, and those to the Ministry and
Board of Education for a combined centre for the use of the School
Medical and Maternity and Child Welfare Services at Manor Park,
will further the beneficial work respectively, of these Clinics.
It is with pleasure that I take this opportunity of thanking
the members of the Council for the confidence they have placed in
me and for their help and consideration during a period of transition.
I also wish to record my appreciation of the loyal support of
the staff during my short term of office.
I have the honour to be,
Your obedient servant,
Mahan Sanker
Medical Officer of Health,