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 Ilford]
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TABLE IV. C.— Treatment of Defects of Nose and Throat.
Referred for Treatment. | Number of Children. | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Received Operative Treatment. | Received other Forms of Treatment. | |||
Under Local Education Authority's Scheme-Clinic or Hospital. | By Private Practitioner or Hospital. | Total. | ||
308 | 59 | 82 | 105 | 101 |
In addition to the above, 186 children were found to be "mouth breathers," and circular
letters were sent to the parents with directions as to treatment.