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cases; to-day that rate has fallen to between 4 per cent. and
5 per cent.; but in these lower rates are included cases which
are not recognised in their early stages as being diphtheria,
and so miss early treatment.
With regard to the early diagnosis of tuberculosis, here
again the examination of sputum is of the utmost assistance
to the Medical Practitioners, and consequently to the
material advantage of the sufferers.
It will be seen from the report on page 14 to what
extent this valuable service is used in the District, and the
Council desires that the very fullest use shall be made of the
facilities so afforded for the diagnosis of certain bacterial
diseases.