§ 74. Mr. CHARLES BATHURSTasked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the existence and possible spread of spotted fever in various English camps and garrison towns, he will take steps to have published in garrison and regimental orders, for the information of all military units, the warning lately officially expressed by Dr. Newsholme, medical officer to the Local Government 1752 Board, to the effect that cerebro-spinal fever is generally associated with overcrowding, insufficient ventilation, and uncleanliness?
§ Mr. TENNANTSpecial instructions have already been issued to all commands in connection with this disease to ensure that the troops are not overcrowded or accommodated in buildings or houses which are insanitary, and to consult with the medical officers of health and the military sanitary officers as to the necessary measures to be taken.