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Middletown State Hospital Monthly Register of Communicable Diseases
Held by the New York State Archives
Overview of the Records
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Arrangement
Chronological.
Scope and Content Note
This series consists of reports of new cases of communicable diseases occurring in patients and employees of the Middletown State Hospital. The number of males, females, and the total number affected are noted. Some reports note cancer, malignant tumors, and habitual users of narcotic drugs. On the reverse side of the data collection sheets affected patients and staff are noted by name according to disease.
Use of Records
Access Restrictions
Restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office of Mental Health.
Acquistion Information
This series was transferred to the State Archives from Middletown Psychiatric Center in June 2000 and accessioned in March 2001.
Access Terms
Middletown Psychiatric Center (N.Y.)
New York (State). Department of Mental Hygiene
Psychiatric hospital patients--Medical care--New York (State)
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