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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
Kingston upon Thames 1951
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Kingston-upon-Thames]
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Analysis into Ace Groups of Cases and Contacts
Treated
| Year | Males | Females | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 5 Years | 5 yrs. to 15yrs. | Over 15 Years | Under 5 Years | 5 yrs. to 15yrs. | Over 15 Years | |
| 1945 | 35 | 113 | 137 | 17 | 80 | 210 |
| 1946 | 23 | 48 | 77 | 19 | 69 | 106 |
| 1947 | 10 | 44 | 26 | 23 | 40 | 53 |
| 1948 | 12 | 33 | 25 | 14 | 18 | 43 |
| 1949 | 1 | 10 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 12 |
| 1950 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 5 | 9 | 12 |
| 1951 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 7 |
Infestation by head lice
During 1951 there was no evidence of special incidence
of infestation by head lice.
D.D.I, preparations were used in addition to the usual
cleansing by water and soft soap or shampoo.
It was not found necessary to take any statutory action
for infestation by lice during the year.