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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In accordance with this view, by a Resolution of the
Board, dated 23rd June, 1880, the payment was fixed at one
guinea per week, such charge to include maintenance and
medical attendance. The charge for the ambulance is only
the actual cost incurred in each case for horse hire.
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.
The Commissioners for the purpose of erecting Public
Baths in the Parish of Lewisham, have during the year
commenced the erection of Baths at Forest Hill and Ladywell,
and it is anticipated that great good will result to the
inhabitants from the use of the Baths when completed.
I have the honor to be,
Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
F. E. WILKINSON, M.D.,
Medical Officer of Health to the Lewisham District.