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epidemiology of TB Flashcards

1
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what is the number 1 killer of communicable diseases

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TB

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2
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is disease burden of TB globally falling or raising

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falling

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3
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how many people affected worldwide

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2 billion

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4
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how many countries have 2/3 of all TB cases

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8 - very concentrated

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5
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what groups are most vulnerable to TB

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  • those from high prevalence areas
  • immunocompromised
  • underlying health conditions
  • elderly, neonates
  • homeless, alcohol dependency
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