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These clinics were discontinued in July, 1944 and were not
re-opened until the end of May, 1945, owing to the danger from
flying bombs and rockets. Therefore, the figures given above refer
to just over six months' work. Five expectant mothers and 67
children in need of artificial light treatment were, however, referred
to the British Red Cross Clinic by the Centre Medical Officers
between January and the end of May.
Charges for Artificial Light Treatment are based upon the
assessment scale outlined on page 22, 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 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:—