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(4) The arrangements for securing the examination and
systematic supervision of home contacts.
Visiting Nurses make arrangements for examination of
contacts. Supervision of contacts is carried out at the Dispensary
in special cases. In other cases, at their homes by
Visiting Nurses.
(5) Information as to special methods of diagnosis and
treatment in use, and the number of persons to whom these
special methods have been applied.
Diagnosis.
X-ray examinations have been required in a certain
number of cases.
Treatment.
Nothing special in use.
(6) The results of local experience as to the relative value
of each form of treatment.
My observations have, so far, been limited to a few
months. My experience, so far, is not adequate to enable me
to express an opinion on the relative value of the various forms
of treatment.
(7) The nature and extent of Dental Treatment provided,
etc.
Extractions and fillings required by patients while undergoing
Sanatorium Treatment have been paid for by the
Council.
Fillings and Extractions—11.
(8) Arrangements for the provision of Nursing.
There are none.
Extra Nourishments.
A Fund is provided to supply Extra Nourishments to
patients at home. Grants are made by the Tuberculosis