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Diarhœa
It will be seen from the table that the death rate under
one year (17 out of 28) is somewhat above the average.
These deaths mostly occurred during the hot weather in the
same neighbourhood as the Diphtheria cases, viz., near the
Hogg's Mill Stream and the old Latchmere Brook. There
was a considerable epidemic of mild diarrœha in older
children during the fruit season.
Whooping Cough.
The deaths from this disease were chiefly in infants, and
amongst the poor and imperfectly nourished.
Measles.
The town has been singularly free from Measles, and no
death has been recorded from this disease.
Influenza.
There was a mild outbreak of this disease in May, and a
more prevalent one in November and December. Persons
suffering from this complaint should not frequent public
assemblies, as the disease is more infectious even than Small
Pox. Strict isolation till the termination of all expectoration
would soon effectually stamp out this pest.
Other Diseases.
There is nothing special to call attention to in the other
causes of death that are shown in the tables, though
Tuberculosis is rather prevalent, perhaps, from causes
referred to under slaughter houses.
A special table is appended, showing the incidence of the
death rates in certain diseases in Kingston compared with
the rate for England and Wales for the years 1886-90
Overcrowding.
Two cases were brought to my notice, both being caused
by the same family, who having been got rid of in one
place, removed to another house. They finally left the
town.