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Organs affected (New Cases)
Males. Females.
Lung 101 68
Glands 4 1
Neck 1 -
Rib - -
Hip - 1
Peritoneum 1 2
Meninges 3 -
Spine 1 -
Genito-urinary system 3 3
The deaths represent a death rate of 0.69 per 1,000 population,
and in 13.33 per cent. of the fatal cases no previous notification had
been received. There was, however, no suggestion of wilful neglect
or refusal to notify, and accordingly no proceedings were taken.
It is satisfactory to note that the incidence of Tuberculosis, as
indicated by the number of notifications received, has not shown any
appreciable increase during the war years.
SANITARY CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE AREA.
Water Supply.
The Borough water supply is obtained from the Metropolitan
Water Board, and has been satisfactory in all respects. Adequate
arrangements were made for maintaining and purifying the supply in
the event of an emergency due to enemy action.
Drainage and Sewerage.
Soil sewerage is taken into the L.C.C. system, and the surface
water drainage passes into the River Lee.
Closet Accommodation.
There has been no variation in the form of closet accommodation,
but arrangements exist for the provision of emergency sanitation
should the need arise.
Housing.
The general standard of housing in the Borough continued to
deteriorate, and the difficulties of the housing situation were