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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
West Ham 1929
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for West Ham]
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Conditions remedied during the year (including cases from p revious year)—
| Boys | Girls | |
|---|---|---|
| Tonsils and Adenoids | 2 | 5 |
| Teeth | 22 | 33 |
| Vision | 74 scholars obtained glasses | |
| Anaemia | 27 | 15 |
| Other Conditions | 3 | 2 |
During the year 36 scholars attended the Clinic. Physical
drill for boys is taken by Sergeant Pritchard, and for girls by Miss
Newmarch, who gives special attention to minor spinal deformities.
Excellent displays of drill and dancing are given from time
to time. Dr. Burness, the Principal, renders all possible help in
seeking the physical welfare of the scholars.
PLAISTOW SECONDARY SCHOOL.
This school is now in its fourth year. All the scholars are
examined annually.
Age Distribution of Examinees.
| Age | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 15 | 3 |
| 11 | 55 | 34 |
| 12 | 35 | 25 |
| 13 | 33 | 26 |
| 14 | 36 | 34 |
| 15 | 13 | 4 |
| Totals | 187 | 126 |
| Parents present | 153 | 104 = 82% |
Chief Defects referred for Treatment.
| Boys | Girls | |
|---|---|---|
| Malnutrition | — | 2 |
| Skin Disease | 2 | 3 |
| Defective Vision | 21 | 19 |
| Ear Disease | 3 | - |
| Nose and Throat | — | 1 |
| Teeth | 29 | 30 |
| Heart | 3 | - |
| Anaemia | 4 | 5 |
| Other Defects | 8 | 3 |
| Number of Individual Children referred for treatment | 69 | 53 |