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Subject to the prescribed restrictions, the Board may undertake such measures as it considers necessary, on the recommendation of the Medical Officer of Health or otherwise,- (i) to provide for the supply of wholesome water; (ii) to provide for sanitation, drainage or conservancy; (iii) to prevent the outbreak and spread of epidemic disease; (iv) to provide for and regulate the housing of residents, whether permanent or temporary; (v) to provide for the proper treatment of the sick, the establishment and maintenance of hospitals and dispensaries, and the entertainment of a medical staff; (vi) for furthering educational objects; (vii) generally to carry out the purposes of this Act. Facilities to be afforded to officers. Power to execute measures. 14 [Act No. XLIV of 1956]