London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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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
Chigwell 1955
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Chigwell]
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Summary of Defects found on Housing Inspections
Defective Roofs 48
W.C.'s 9
,, Flushing cisterns 11
,, Sink and waste pipes 6
,, Sash cords 9
Walls 2
,, Gutters and rainwater pipes 16
,, Yard paving 3
,, Windows 18
,, Drainage and vent pipes 9
,, Gullies 4
,, Internal Walls (plaster) 29
,, Ceilings 17
,, Water fittings and pipes 6
,, Flooring 6
,, External Walls 14
„ Stoves, boilers and fireplaces 24
„ Dustbins 9
„ Doors 9
Dampness 12
Under floor ventilation, lack of 4
Dirty walls and ceilings 3
Redecoration after repair 3
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