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Tuberculosis Treatment

Oral Answers to Questions — African Colonies – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 12 March 1947.

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Photo of Squadron Leader Samuel Segal Squadron Leader Samuel Segal , Preston 12:00, 12 March 1947

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what sanatorium and other facilities exist for the treatment of tuberculosis in British West Africa.

Mr. Creech Jones:

I am asking the West African Governors for full details, and I will let my hon. Friend have them later.

Photo of Mr Frederick Erroll Mr Frederick Erroll , Altrincham and Sale

Has the Minister no knowledge of the extent of tuberculosis in West Africa?

Mr. Creech Jones:

I have a great deal of information, but it is inadequate. I think it is better to give complete and up-to-date information in the reply.

Photo of Squadron Leader Samuel Segal Squadron Leader Samuel Segal , Preston

Is it not a fact that no sanatoria for tubercular patients exist in West Africa, and is this not a reflection on our administration?

Mr. Creech Jones:

These proposals are included in the development schemes. Tuberculosis has been growing, and provision will be made in the 10-year programme.

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