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Barnes 1953
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barnes]
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Table 12.—IMMUNISATION and VACCINATION.
Diphtheria Immunisation.
The following Table shows the state of Diphtheria Immunisation of the Children of Barnes:—
| Infants 0-4 inclusive | School Children 5-14 inclusive | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Child population | 2,449 | 4,442 |
| Number immunised during 1953 | 334 | 27 |
| Number re-immunised during 1953 | 42 | 267 |
| Total number immunised during 1953 | 1,410 | 4,100 |
| Percentage immunised at 31st December, 1953 | 57.6% | 92.3% |
Whooping Cough Immunisation.
Number of children immunised by primary course 407
Number of children who had a reinforcing injection 25
Vaccination against Smallpox.
Number of Vaccinations carried out during 1953:—
Children Adults
Primary Vaccination 370 15
Re-vaccination 13 117
Number of Vaccinations carried out at
Clinics 272 12
Number of Vaccinations done by private
doctors 111 120
Figures showing percentage of children under 1 year vaccinated
during 1953:—
Number Vaccinated under 1 year 334
Live births 1952 431
Percentage Vaccinated 77.5%