10. Mr. E. P. Smithasked the Minister of Health, whether he is aware that there is a substantial increase in the incidence of arthritic diseases: whether his information shows if this is due to some deficiency in war-time diet; and whether he will institute special research into the subject.
§ Mr. WillinkI have no evidence of an increase in the incidence of arthritic diseases. The second and third parts of the Question do not, therefore, arise.
§ Mr. ThorneCan the right hon. and learned Gentleman give me a remedy for the arthritis in my two knees?
§ Mr. Rhys DaviesWhen the Minister says he has no evidence, has he searched the records of the approved societies, which cover half the population of the country, so as to find out what they have to say?
§ Mr. WillinkNo, Sir, I have not made that search, but, if I am provided with that evidence, I shall be glad to look into it.