Epidemiology of Tuberculosis in the United States, 1985 Through 1992
JAMAPublished 17 August 1994
Michael F. Cantwell
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Increases in number of cases from 1985 through 1992 were concentrated among racial/ethnic minorities, persons 25 to 44 years of age, males, and the foreign-born, suggesting that transmission of TB increased during this period.
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Multiple factors contributed to the recent increases in the number of TB cases. The effectiveness of TB screening in immigrants needs further evaluation. Intensified efforts to determine the human immunodeficiency virus status of persons with TB are needed. Screening of subpopulations at increased risk for tuberculous infection or TB should be expanded.
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