1. Tuberculosis
The incidence of tuberculosis, which was presumably under control has increased in several urban areas throughout the country. ... DOT not only prevents the transmission of tuberculosis, but also combats the spread of multi-drug resistant strains of the bacteria. ... The health policy of Chicago against tuberculosis serves as the paradigm for effective eradication of the disease within a city. ... Backed by the CDC, DOT was made the standard for all tuberculosis cases encountered in the homeless population in 1993. ... There a few clearly needed improvements in public health policy against tub...
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