§ Mr. PENNYasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware of the discovery by Dr. Lloyd B. Felton, of the Department of Preventive Medicine of Harvard University of an antibody or protective substance against pneumonia, experiments with which, it is claimed, have given remarkable results; and whether steps have been or will be taken by the Ministry to secure for this country the benefit of the discovery, especially seeing it is stated that there are no physical or financial difficulties in the way of producing the antibody in as large quantities as may be needed?
§ Mr. WHEATLEYI have only seen an announcement in the public Press concerning the subject referred to by the hon. Member. Pending the receipt and consideration of a full report, I can express no opinion as to the validity of the claims made in respect of this new preparation, nor the advisability of any action thereon by the Ministry. I am making inquiries into the matter.