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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
East Ham 1909
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for East Ham]
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renovated and painted with Paripan. Lavatory accommodation
was also provided for the playroom which is over the
centre of this ward.
Alterations and improvements were also made to the
Matron's quarters, and the Diphtheria and Typhoid Wards and
Administration block (temporary buildings) were painted outside.
HOSPITAL ACCOMMODATION.
The following table gives the total bed accommodation now available for patients :—
| Beds. | Cubic feet per bed. | |
|---|---|---|
| Diphtheria Wards | 20 | 1,000 |
| Enteric Wards | 20 | 1,000 |
| Observation Wards | 12 | 1,500 |
| Scarlet Fever (acute) | 20 | 2,000 |
| Scarlet Fever (convalescent) | 52 | 1,000 |
The Diphtheria and Enteric Wards and the accommodation
for the staff of these wards are temporary buildings of
wood and iron.
The Observation and Scarlet Fever Wards, and the
quarters for the staff of these are permanent brick buildings.
The following list gives the number of the Staff at present engaged:—
| 1 Matron | 1 Cook | 5 Laundresses |
| 2 Sisters | 5 Ward Maids | 1 Laundry Attendant |
| 7 Staff Nurses | 4 Maids | 2 Ambulance Drivers |
| 13 Probationer Nurses | 1 Gardener | 3 Porters |