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It should be remembered that the deaths which occur in
institutions cannot be considered to represent the number of persons
who were prevented while in an advanced stage from spreading
infection, as, at least the majority of these persons have been
treated on several occasions in the infirmary and similar institutions,
entering and leaving while in an infective condition, before
death occurred. The result of this is placed on record in the
Final Report of the Departmental Committee on Tuberculosis:
"Infection is frequently disseminated by persons suffering from
advanced pulmonary tuberculosis who are in the habit of entering
and leaving Poor Law Institutions, having regard merely to
their own convenience, and not to the interests of their family
or of the community in which they live."
Day Sanatorium (Open Air School) for Tuberculous Children.
The work of the Stormont House School, which was opened
by the London County Council on 8th September, 1919, is of
increasing value to the tuberculosis service. The average number
on the roll for the year is 87, with an average attendance of 74.
Dr. Howell, Tuberculosis Officer to the City of London Hospital
Tuberculosis Dispensary is responsible for the medical care of
the children, and visits the School once weekly.
After-Care.— Every effort has been made by the Care Committee
to carry out every duty possible under existing circumstances.