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Barnes 1958
[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 1958 | 2,348 | 4,329 |
| Number immunised during 1958 | 398 | 29 |
| Number re-immunised during 1958 | 56 | 524 |
| Total number immunised at 31st December, 1958 | 1,491 | 4,268 |
| Percentage immunised at 31st December, 1958 | 63.5% | 98.5% |
Whooping Cough Immunisation.
Number of children immunised by primary course 386
Number of children who had a reinforcing injection 7
Vaccination against Smallpox.
Number of Vaccinations carried out during 1958:—
Children
Primary Vaccination 298
Re'vaccination 10
Number of Vaccinations carried out at Clinics 199
Number of Vaccinations done by private doctors 109
Figures showing percentage of children under 1 year vaccinated
during 1958:—
Number Vaccinated under 1 year 267
Estimated Mid-year population under 1 year 460
Percentage Vaccinated 58%