Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Lewisham]
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Disinfection.
One disinfecting apparatus, for the purpose of disinfecting
the wearing apparel, bedding, &c., of those who have
suffered from epidemic disease, is placed at Lewisham, and
another at Penge.
Covered iron carts are in readiness to fetch and deliver
apparel, &c.
Latrines
The establishment of Latrines in the district has been
under consideration.
Baths and "Wash-houses.
The establishment of I Baths and Wash-houses in the
different divisions of the district is also of great importance,
but whether it should be taken up by the Board, or by a
public company formed for the purpose, is a matter of
opinion.
1 have the honor to be,
Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
F. E. WILKINSON, M.D.,
Medical Officer of Health to the Lewisham District.