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Under the Public Health Act 1936 (Section 172) powers are
given to cause the removal and detention of any tubercular patient
where proper precautions are not being taken and the circumstances
are such as could constitute a danger to others.
During the year 1953 it was not found necessary to take action
under either of the above enactments.
AFTER CARE.
The Barnes and Richmond Tuberculosis Care Committee continued
their important part in the Surrey County Council Scheme
for the "care and after care" of tuberculous patients.
The aim of the Committee is to supplement official help for the
patient and his family, according to his individual needs, and so
lessen the anxieties which hinder recovery.