Tuberculosis Risk Factors



Areas with high rates of TB: 

India, Bangladesh, China, South Africa, Indonesia, Philippines, Pakistan, Nigeria



Medical Conditions:

HIV/AIDS, Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease, Transplant patients, Malignancy (Head and neck), Diabetes Mellitus, Silicosis, Immunosuppressive therapy, Alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs, Malnutrition



Facilities:

Hospitals, Correctional Facilities, Homeless Shelters, Nursing Homes, Residential homes for HIV, Public health laboratories, Medical examiner's office, Funeral homes



By @TheIDtrivia



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