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What to do about GAS

Second World War information leaflet instructing mothers on how to look after their child during a gas attack.

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Hints to mothers

Learn to put on baby’s gasmask quickly, while wearing your own. Your Health Visitor will show you how. If you don’t know her address ask the Town Hall or at the Child Welfare Centre.
With more than one baby you need help. Arrange with a neighbour, or find out if your local W.V.S. [Women’s Voluntary Service] has a Housewives’ Service.
Toddlers soon learn to put on their own masks. Let them make a game of it and they will wear their gas masks happily.

In a gas attack, first put on your own mask, then you will be better able to help baby.

MAKE SURE YOUR FAMILY HAVE THEIR GAS MASKS WITH THEM NIGHT & DAY