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out by all departments of the Corporation,,
Nevertheless, the difficult housing situation has
brought to light an amount of physical and mental ill
health which is not shown in the mortality statistics,,
The completion of approximately 300 new houses or
home units during the year, and the expectation of some
211+ others for early completion in 1950, is a considerable
contribution to the solution of the problem,,
This report covers the first full year of the regime
under the new National Health Service Act, 1946, when the
personal health services were administered by the Surrey
County Council. The year has been one of adaptation to
new administrative conditions. Much effort has gone to
achieving a smooth transition and maintaining a high level
of efficiency.
Again I record my thanks to senior colleagues and the
staff of the department for their whole-hearted co-operation
and hard work throughout the year.
I respectfully acknowledge the continued support and
encouragement of the Chairman and Members of the Public
Health Committee and the Worshipful the Mayor, Members and
Aldermen of the Council.
I have the honour to be,
Your obedient Servant,
J.W. STARKEY.
Medical Officer of Health.
October, 1950.