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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

Clerkenwell 1888

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Clerkenwell, St. James and St. John]

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Here the mean temperature of the year has been below the
average; that of the three first quarters being below, whilst the
last quarter was slightly above this. These relations have an
important influence upon the mortality of a Parish, for a cold season
increases the mortality from Pulmonary Diseases, while a warm one
reduces them; and a warm summer increases, while a cold summer
reduces the deaths from Diarrhoea.
I have the honour to remain,
Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
J. W. GRIFFITH, M.D.,
Member of the Royal College of Physicians.
June 1889.