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It must be remembered, however, that clinic sessions keep the
Health Visitor from other important duties namely, home visiting.
The number of home visits made is less than in the previous year
for this reason. Under the National Health Service Act additional
responsibilities have been placed upon the Health Visitors and stress
is placed upon their important role in connection with Health
Education. With a limited staff and these numerous responsibilities
it is most important to strike a balance which provides the most
efficient service.
There remains a need for clinic facilities more conveniently
placed for residents living on or near the Richmond Hill. This is
being kept constantly in mind; but such facilities would almost
certainly demand an increase in staff if existing services are to be
maintained at their present high level of efficiency.