Foreign Letters: London.

This article, published in the JAMA: Journal of the American Medical Association in 1924, discusses the importance of public education in health matters. The chief medical officer of the ministry of health, Sir George Newman, emphasizes the role of public opinion in driving sanitary and hygienic measures. While progress has been made in areas such as personal health and cleanliness, there is still a need for education on preventive medicine and personal responsibility in disease prevention. The article also highlights the importance of knowledge about diet, dental hygiene, and maternal health in preventing illness and mortality. Additionally, the article mentions the unveiling of a memorial to Lord Lister in Glasgow, recognizing his contributions to the advancement of surgery and saving lives. [Extracted from the article]