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"We have only included the Orthopaedic cases which have
actually been referred to this Association, and it is generally
recognised that last year less following up of such cases was
necessary.
"The social work in connection with the Child Guidance clinic
has been the feature of the year. Here visits are necessarily long
and the following up is considerable."
Table of cases - Referred by -
Tuberculosis Dispensary 2
Medical men, Hospitals and
Dispensaries 83
Education Committee and
School Medical Officers 57
Local Authorities under schemes
for - (i) Rheumatism 10
(ii) Orthopaedic care 48
Others 15
Classification of cases -
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Tubercular Glands 1
Anaemia and debility 29
After infectious illness 10
After acute illness 10
Marasmus and Malnutrition 6
Rheumatism, Chorea and Heart.. 9
Heart (Congenital) 2
Diseases of Lungs (Ron T.B.)
(a) Bronchitis,Hneumonia etc 16
(b) Asthma 1
Disease of Bones (Non T.B.) 32
Paralysis 1
Nervous condition 1
Congenital deformities 35
Hernia 4
Diseases of Skin 2
Ear 4
Eyes 2
Nose and Throat 2
Child Cat dance 48
Help given to old & new cases - (all ages).
Referred for visiting and advice 85
Sent to Special Hospitals and Convalescent Homes 77
Extension from previous years 24
Provided with Surgical Boots and Appliances 21
Provided with massage and exercises 7
Average length of stay in convalescent homes 17 wks. 1 day
Children sent away from Rheumatism Clinic 6
Clothes 2

Number of children dealt with over 5 years of age - Boys 38
Girls 39. Number of children under 5 years of age - Boys 19,Girls 16.
137 supervisory visits were made during the year, and 100
miscellaneous visits were made.
(6) Central Boot Fund Committee - The Honorary Secretary, Mr. A.
J.Blackhall has' very kindly sent the following account of the work
of the boot fund during 1945
"During the 12 months ended 31st December 1943,; 500 pairs of
boots and shoes were distributed, at a cost of £310.
17.