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Lungs and Tuberculosis.—437 of the children
examined, 11.96 per cent., showed more or less sub-acute
or chronic congestion of the bronchioles of the lungs. In
many cases it was associated with a temporary catarrhal
condition of the respiratory passages, i.e., nose and throat.
In some cases it was more chronic, the signs being more
localised and associated with wasting, glandular enlargement,
anæmia, or other conditions which are usually associated
with tuberculosis. About 1 per cent. of these cases
were strongly suspicious of Phthisis, but none could be
proved to be so bacteriologically. Most of the cases
suspected of Phthisis were re-examined two or three months
subsequent to the first inspection. Many of these had obtained
advice and treatment, and were found to be very much
improved. Altogether 52 notices were sent to parents
advising them to seek further advice and treatment. In
addition to the foregoing, there were a number of children
who were found to be suffering from other tubercular conditions,
such as tubercular glands or abscesses.
Deformity and Rickets.—Of the 174 cases of deformity
found on inspection, the majority were cases of more or less
marked spinal curvature, chest deformities, shortening or
malformation of limbs due to infantile paralysis, or tuberculosis
were also included. Eleven parents were notified
as to the existence of a deformity, and the necessity to
obtain further advice and treatment.
Nervous System.—199 defects were referred to this
system, under which were included epileptic fits and
hysterical conditions, restlessness of body, but more than
half of this number were cases of headache, most of which,
no doubt, belong to other systems, but could not be properly
classified at the time of inspection.
Other Conditions.—40 children were found to be
suffering from various skin affections. 14 parents were
notified, and most of them had the defects remedied. 41