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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
Southall 1938
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Southall]
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Laboratory Work.
The laboratory work for the hospital continues to be done by the Lister
Institute of Preventive Medicine. During the year the following examinations
were performed:—
Table No. 59
| Swabs for diphtheria bacilli | 1,160 |
| Swabs for virulence tests for diphtheria | 42 |
| Haemolytic streptococci | 10 |
| Wasserman Reaction | 3 |
| Sputum for tubercle | 1 |
| Urine for organisms | 1 |
Sick Staff.
Table No. 60
| Permanent. | Temporary. | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of staff off duty for 24 hours or more | 3 | 3 |
| Total number of days off duty | 63 | 235 |
| Casual conditions— | ||
| Scarlatina | — | 45 |
| Diphtheria | — | — |
| Other | 63 | 190 |