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Teddington 1935
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Teddington]
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Thursdays: —
Sessions 46
Average attendance 494
Attendances under 12 months 1359
First attendances under 12 months 120
Attendances 1 to 5 years 917
First attendances 1 to 5 years 46
The total attendances at the Centre compare favourably
with those of the previous year, the figures generally
showing a slight increase.
The following table gives a record of attendances at the Infant Welfare Centre during the past five years:—
| Year | Total Attendances | First Attendances | No. of Children attending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | 3106 | 203 | 416 |
| 1932 | 3031 | 200 | 433 |
| 1933 | 2864 | 192 | 436 |
| 1934 | 2801 | 219 | 417 |
Under the Teddington Rotary Club's generous
scheme for the provision of convalescent treatment in
necessitous cases, arrangements were made for two
mothers and four children to be sent away during the
year. All cases derived great benefit and there was a
marked improvement in their general health.
Four mothers received assistance in the obtaining of
dentures through the Ivory Cross Society. Each mother
has to make a contribution towards the cost of the necessary
dental treatment in all cases helped by this Society.
The Council have an arrangement with the Middlesex
County Council whereby children under five years of age
attending the Centre may receive dental treatment at the
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