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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 1945
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for West Ham]
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The following shows the work carried out by the patients during1
the year:—
Boot repairs: 7,121 soled, 2,457 heeled, 323 patched.
Repairs: 4 Fibre Mats, 4 Woollen Rugs, 6 Baskets.
Made: 14 Fibre Mats, 14 Wooden Toys.
Female Patients-
Laundry 16
Kitchen 11
Sewing room 47
Handicrafts 78
Wardwork 37
Helping with children 7
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The following shows the work carried out by the patients
during the year:—
178 Hand-knitted jumpers
1,048 Prs. men's, boys', ankle, small socks
46 Curtains
42 Sisters' caps
20 Prs. Nurses' sleeves
1,416 Hand towels
493 Tea towels
225 Sheets
27 Bath mats
303 Draw sheets
210 Bath sheets
460 Face flannels
130 Bibs
210 Men's and women's aprons
542 Pillow slips
222 Food covers
93 Tablecloths
112 Tray cloths
139 Napkins
202 Nightgowns.
248 Women's knickers
86 Boys' knickers
342 Pinafores
178 Staff aprons
72 Laundry bags
29 Special suits
112 Brassieres
20 Smocks (boys)
248 Dresses
126 Skirts
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