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Barnes 1955
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barnes]
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Table 11.—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 | 2,281 | 4,458 |
| Number immunised during 1955 | 342 | 36 |
| Number re-immunised during 1955 | 61 | 703 |
| Total number immunised during 1955 | 1,552 | 4,255 |
| Percentage immunised at 31st December, 1955 | 68.0% | 95.4% |
Whooping Cough Immunisation.
Number of children immunised by primary course 338
Number of children who had a reinforcing injection 25
Vaccination against Smallpox.
Number of Vaccinations carried out during 1955:—
Children Adults
Primary Vaccination 270 19
Re-vaccination 35 103
Number of Vaccinations carried out at
Clinics 212 12
Number of Vaccinations done by private
doctors 102 110
Figures showing percentage of children under 1 year vaccinated
during 1955:—
Number Vaccinated under 1 year 230
Live births 1954 435
Percentage Vaccinated 52.9%