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31.
Tuberculosis
Thirty-four new cases of tuberculosis, pulmonary and non-pulmonary,
were notified in 1952. This is the lowest figure since 1941 and is
appreciably lower than that for 1951, viz: 50. In addition, 15 persons
previously suffering from tuberculosis, moved into this district.
Dysentery
The number of notifications of dysentery was 10 during the year.
Food Poisoning.
Four persons suffered from food poisoning in 1952. The source of
infection was not traced.
Food Hygiene.
Lectures to various organizations in the borough were given in
regard to cleanliness in the preparation and handling of food.
Smallpox Contacts
Surveillance of several persons, who were contacts or possible
contacts of smallpox cases, was carried out for the required period.
Vaccination.
Number of primary vaccinations during the year 314
Number of re-vaccinations during the year 123
National Assistance Act, 1940.
(a) Section 47: No statutory action was required under
Section 47 of this Act during the year. Hospital
accommodation, or accommodation in hostels for the
aged, was arranged for several aged and infirm persons
during 1952, In a few other instances the provision
of a home help obviated the need for hospital care.
(b) Section 50: The Chingford Council took action under
this section in two instances during the year. The
whole of the cost of burial in one case was recovered
by the Council,
Medical Examinations.
During the year 56 examinations were carried out by me in
respect of the Superannuation and Sick Pay Scheme of the Chingford
Corporation. In addition, 29 medical examinations were carried
out in respect of Essex County Council staff.