View report page

for help on social problems more than ever before. It may be
that our services are more highly appreciated than in the past,
it may be that the public have a greater awareness of the services
at their disposal and are turning to the local authority
for the solution of many problems; they are encouraged to do so.
A vigorous policy of health education was pursued throughout
the year; the booklet "Use your Health Services" was well
received and greatly appreciated. We continued our lectures,
film shows and the distribution of leaflets on numerous aspects
of the work of the department,
Once again I have to acknowledge the great loyalty
of the staff and their unfailing willingness. I desire also to
record my gratitude to the Chairman and Members of the Public
Health and Maternity and Child Welfare Committees for their
helpfulness and support, which were of the greatest encouragement
throughout this difficult period. I desire also to
acknowledge with thanks the friendly co-operation and help
which I received from my colleagues in other departments of the
Corporation and the other Members of the Council.
I am, Mr.Mayor, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
JOHN MADDISON
Medical Officer of Health.
-3-