Notes
Key recommendations
Addressing the issues which decrease the effectiveness of screening and prevention programs would improve results and consequently increase the cost-effectiveness of the program
Key findings
The success of a TB screening program lies in the ability to provide chemoprophylaxis for those individuals who are infected. Screening of high-risk groups and prevention of TB by means of chemoprophylaxis is an important component of TB control, and is especially important for the age group under 20 years due to the combined advantage of a longer lifespan free from TB disease and the very low risk of side effects of INH (Isoniazid) medication.
Community organizations
School Boards in Edmonton
Key populations
Newly arrived immigrant school age children from TB endemic areas
Location
Edmonton, Alberta
Integration timeline
At what point during the integration process the study was conducted?
NA