HC Deb 07 March 1947 vol 434 cc118-9W
Mr. Viant

asked the Minister of Health how many cases of smallpox have been recorded in this country since 1st January; the places in which they occurred; and the ages of those attacked.

Mr. Bevan

The number of cases is 14, all of which have occurred at Grimsby. The ages are 30, 34, 37, 40, two at 67, 69, 70, two at 75, two at 77, 79 and 85.

Mr. Viant

asked the Minister of Health whether, in the records of his Department of the vaccinal condition of smallpox cases, any regard is paid to vaccinations performed on contacts who subsequently develop smallpox or to unsuccessful vaccinations.

Mr. Bevan

Yes, Sir. The Ministry of Health obtains such information as is available.

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