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US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement: Screening for Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) in Adults
Author:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Publication Date:
2016
Format:
Slide Set
Language:
English
Abstract
Key messages of this presentation include 1) eliminating TB in the U.S. requires expanding testing and treatment of LTBI; 2) the CDC and USPSTF recommend testing populations that are at increased risk for TB infection; and 3) clinicians, health care agencies, and community organizations, especially those serving at-risk populations, have a critical role in TB elimination.Audience(s):
Clinics, Health Professionals, Hospitals, Local Government Agencies, State Government Agencies
Topic:
Case Management/Administration, Policies, Program Development, Program Management, Screening, TB
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