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15.
The following table shows the age periods of the
infants. It will be seen that the majority of the deaths
occurred in infants between the ages of one and
nine months and that twenty three were between
three and six months.
Ages at death.
Under 1 month Nil
Over 1 month and under 3 months 12
Over 3 months and under 6 months 23
Over 6 months and under 9 months 11
Over 9 months and under 12 months 4
Sexes.
Twenty eight of the cases were males and twenty
two females. It is to be remembered that more males
are born than females and that the general mortality
among males is greater than in females.
Seasonal Distribution.