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 Wimbledon]
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Damp proof courses provided 11
Dampness otherwise remedied 96
Walls and ceilings repaired/constructed132
Walls and ceilings cleansed 74
Floors repaired or renewed 31
Windows repaired or renewed 108
Doors repaired or renewed 22
Fireplaces repaired or renewed 10
Service water mains repaired 27
Additional light and ventilation provided 26
Miscellaneous 117
Food premises
Shops constructed 1
Walls and ceilings repaired or redecorated 90
Floors renewed or repaired 13
Woodwork repaired or repainted 4
Sinks provided 4
Hot water provided to sink 7
First Aid Kit provided or improved 21
Water supply provided 13
Risks of contamination removed 46
Outdoor clothing store provided 6
Refuse storage improved 5
Wash-hand basins provided 11
Hot water provided to wash-hand basins 19
Soap provided 13
Nailbrush provided 20
Clean towels provided 15
Sanitary accommodation repaired/cleansed/provided 10
Lighting in sanitary accommodation provided 9
Hand washing notices fixed 26
Miscellaneous 10
Rodent Control
Defects remedied in connection with ratproofing work are included
in foregoing lists.
Miscellaneous
Insanitary houses cleared and disinfected/disinfested 4
Accumulations removed 31
New' dustbins provided 20
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