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Unfortunately the above figures maintain an average which
appears to be fairly constant in this area, the mortality from this
disease actually showing an increase over the previous year.
So far as can be ascertained, there is no particular evidence
which points to excessive incidence or mortality in relation to
any particular occupation.
The efficiency of notification of this disease in the area is
good and no trouble in any way is experienced.
The domicilary, sanatorium and hospital treatment of the
disease is under the control of the Middlesex County Council.
3. (a) Disinfection and Disinfestation.
No change has taken place in the method of disinfection,
viz., formalin spraying, fumigation with formaldehyde gas and
the stoving of bedding, etc., as and when necessary. Terminal
disinfection after Scarlet Fever and Diphtheria etc., is still in
operation. Particulars of this work will be found set out on
page 31.
Disinfestation is referred to under Section C, page 36.
(b) Laboratory Work.

N.B.—In addition to the above, a number of urine examinations
were made in connection with the Clinics, etc.