HC Deb 26 May 1938 vol 336 c1394
77. Mr. Richards

asked the Minister of Health to what extent is insulin treatment of certain types of mental disease on the lines so successfully pursued by Dr. Manfred Sakel, of Vienna, employed in the public mental hospitals of this country?

Mr. Elliot

As stated in reply to a recent question on this subject, insulin treatment is being applied in some 12 public mental hospitals in this country.

Mr. Richards

Can the Minister say what is the cost of this treatment, and whether it is prohibitive at the moment in this country?

Mr. Elliot

I cannot say without notice, but if the hon. Gentleman will put down a question, I will try to get the information.