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Preventing and Controlling TB in Correctional Settings Webinar Series

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Preventing and Controlling TB in Correctional Settings Webinar Series

These four webinars highlight challenges, legal requirements, and best practice strategies for preventing and controlling TB in correctional facilities. These webinars were produced by the Minnesota Department of Health in consultation with several local public health agencies and correctional agency staff. The four webinars include: Module I: Background and Introduction Module II: Screening and Management of Offenders Module III: Treatment of Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) Module IV: Active TB

Author:

Minnesota Department of Health Tuberculosis Program

Audiences:

Correctional Facility Staff

Topic:

Case Management, Correctional Facilities/Agencies, Training, Infection Control, Partnership Building

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