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To the Chairman and Members
of the
Walthamstow Education Committee.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I beg to present herewith a report on the work of your
Authority's School Medical Department for the year 1935.
The incidence of malnutrition has again been very closely
watched and every effort is being made through the medium of
the " milk in schools" scheme and of mid-day dinners to
minimise as far as possible any ill effects. On the whole the
average nutrition of school children in the area is gradually
improving from year to year.
The dental staff was augmented by the appointment of a
third dental surgeon and inspections and treatment of the
secondary and technical scholars was undertaken for the Essex
County Council. I would remind the Committee, however, that
on the basis of circular 1444 issued early in 1936 by the Board
of Education the dental staff is still below the standard laid
down.
I desire again to acknowledge your kindly consideration of my
recommendations, and the co-operation of your Director of
Education and School Attendance Officers. The staff of the
department has again given good service.
I am,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
A. T. W. POWELL,
School Medical Officer.