Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for East Ham]
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accident, and at sudh other times as I thought necessary to
satisfy myself as to the well-being and physical comfort of the
children,
VACCINATIONS.
Thirteen children were successfully vaccinated during the
past six months. Parental consent was obtained in every case.
THE DENTIST.
The work of the Dentist continues in a highly satisfactory
manner as reported on several previous occasions. I give dental
general anaesthetics at arranged sessions, and if required for
emergency. The children like the new Dentist, and I am pleased
to state that there is not the awful dread exhibited by the children
in visiting the Dentist, such as is usually associated with such
procedures.
In conclusion I thank the Matron and her Staff for the very
willing help and loyal co-operation at all times, to maintain
efficiency and create an atmosphere of happiness and tranquillity
for the children to live in.