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These clinics were discontinued in July owing to the danger
from flying bombs and, therefore, the figures given above refer to
just over six months' work. Sixty-six children in need of artificial
light treatment were, however, referred to the British Red Cross
Clinic by the Centre Medical Officers between July and the end of
the year.
Charges for Artificial Light Treatment are based upon the
assessment scale outlined on page 20, the maximum charge being 6s.
for a full course of treatment, usually of three months' duration.
Provision of Milk and Other Foods to Necessitous Mothers and
Children.—The National Milk Scheme has very largely replaced the
Council's arrangements for the provision of milk to mothers and
children, but proprietary brands of dried milk, including treated
and half-cream milk, are still stocked at the Maternity and Child
Welfare Centres for distribution to mothers who prefer or are
recommended by the Centre Medical Officers to use those products.
The following tables show the quantities of foods and vitamin
products supplied from the Centres during the year:—