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HEALTH AND FOOD EXHIBITION
The Council organised a Health and Food exhibition In the
Public Hall during the period 17th to 21st of March.
Within the limits of the accommodation available the story
of how food poisoning outbreak.es usually occur was admirably
explained by means of cinematograph films, pictorial exhibits and
suitable pamphlets.
Food traders and their staffs were Invited to attend a special
afternoon session, when short descriptive talks on food matters
were given by the Medical Officer of Health and the Chief Sanitary
Inspector.
A brochure was prepared and widely distributed prior to the
Exhibition. It contained brief references to matters of vital
Importance In connection with health and food problems, as they
affect the general public, the trader, and In addition It drew
attention to the part played by the Public Health Officers In
their fight against diseases which arise from food and drink
Infections.
Simple rules were also given to food handlers on the necessity
for care in personal hygiene, the care and suitability of wearing
apparel, the hygiene of catering establishment kitchens and last,
but not least, the home larder.
The Exhibition also ably presented the latest methods employed
In the constant battle against Infestations of rats, mice and
many kinds of food insect pests.
It is a matter for regret that the number of adults attending
this widely advertised Exhibition did not come up to expectations.
However, it is pleasing to record that the Interest, enthusiasm,
and keenness shewn by the organised groups of school children and
members of various youth organisations who attended amply rewarded
the labour of those responsible for the organisation and presentation
of the Exhibition.
The valuable assistance of the Ministries of Agriculture and
Fisheries and Food is acknowledged.
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