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Post-Detention Completion of Tuberculosis Treatment for Persons Deported or Released from the Custody of the Immigration and Naturalization Service --- United States, 2003. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 52(19): 438-441, May 16, 2003
Author:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), US Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for Health Statistics, Office of the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report Series, CDC MMWR
Publication Date:
2003
Country of Origin:
United States
Format:
Report
Language:
English
Abstract
This report describes three cases that illustrate several issues associated with the deportation of patients with incomplete treatment of TB disease after detention. These cases highlight the need for interagency coordination to ensure completion of treatment for persons being evaluated or treated for TB.Publisher:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Audience(s):
Health Professionals, Correctional Facility Staff, Policy Makers
Topic:
Case Management, Correctional Facilities/Agencies, Non-U.S. born persons, TB Treatment
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