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Barnes 1956
[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 | 2,312 | 4,448 |
| Number immunised during 1956 | 406 | 51 |
| Number re-immunised during 1956 | 69 | 581 |
| Total number immunised at 31st December, 1956 | 1, 574 | 4,252 |
| Percentage immunised at 31st December, 1956 | 68.1% | 95.6% |
Whooping Cough Immunisation.
Number of children immunised by primary course 406
Number of children who had a reinforcing injection 64
Vaccination against Smallpox.
Number of Vaccinations carried out during 1956:—
Children Adults
Primary Vaccination 344 36
Re-vaccination 35 157
Number of Vaccinations carried out at
Clinics 248 13
Number of Vaccinations done by private
doctors 142 180
Figures showing percentage of children under 1 year vaccinated
during 1956:—
Number Vaccinated under 1 year 306
Estimated Mid-year population under
1 year, 1956 465
Percentage Vaccinated 65.8%