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Barnes 1954
[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 | 2,363 * | 4,511 |
| Number immunised during 1954 | 506 | 57 |
| Number re-immunised during 1954 | 78 | 683 |
| Total number immunised during 1954 | 1,554 | 4,197 |
| Percentage immunised at 31st December, 1954 | 65.8% | 93.0% |
Whooping Cough Immunisation.
Number of children immunised by primary course 525
Number of children who had a reinforcing injection 57
Vaccination against Smallpox.
Number of Vaccinations carried out during 1954:—
Children Adults
Primary Vaccination 273 29
Re-vaccination 18 104
Number of Vaccinations carried out at
Clinics 182 7
Number of Vaccinations done by private
doctors 109 126
Figures showing percentage of children under 1 year vaccinated
during 1954:—
Number Vaccinated under 1 year 236
Live births 1953 438
Percentage Vaccinated 53.9%