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West Ham 1956

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for West Ham]

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Workshop Facilities.for the TuberoulousĀ«
The informal exploratory discussions on this matter continued with a neighbouring
authority.
Arrangements for Convalescence.
Cases referred by Chest Physicians were sent for convalescence before returning to
work or following the completion of immediate treatment. Arrangements were made in respect
of 14 adults and 17 children.
(d) Ascertainment of Tuberculosis in Expectant Mothers.
Further investigation and examination of expectant mothers found to be suffering
from tuberculosis is carried out at the Clinic and special arrangements, where necessary,
are made for their confinement.
West Ham Tuberculosis Voluntary After-Care Committee.
The Committee has continued to give much help in meeting the need for assistance
required by families of patients in hospital, for extra nourishment, clothing and bedding
for patients living at home.
Assistance was given in 126 oases during 195.
Expenditure included the following forms of assistance:-
Fares to hospital.
Clothing.
Holiday grant.
Extra Nourishment.
Furniture and bedding.
Removal expenses.
Christmas gifts to patients.
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