§ 63. Sir BERTRAM FALLEasked the Minister of Health if he is aware of the danger of infection by persons suffering from tuberculosis who are discharged to their homes after treatment in sanatoria; 2383 and whether he will consider the introduction of some form of after-care and treatment for persons suffering with tuberculosis after their discharge from hospital?
§ Mr. GREENWOODThose persons who receive treatment for tuberculosis in sanatoria are instructed in the precautions necessary to avoid the risk of infecting others, and it is the duty or the local medical officer of health to take such steps as are necessary or desirable to prevent the spread of infection. As regards the second part of the question, the appropriate local authorities have full power to provide for the treatment and after-care of tuberculous patients.
§ Mr. KINLEYCan the Minister tell the House whether the Government propose to increase the financial assistance given to local authorities for this purpose?