An evaluation of completeness of tuberculosis notification in the United Kingdom.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There has been a resurgence of tuberculosis worldwide, mainly in developing countries but also affecting the United Kingdom (UK), and other Western countries. The control of tuberculosis is dependent on early identification of cases and timely notification to public health departments to ensure appropriate treatment of cases and screening of contacts. Tuberculosis is compulsorily notifiable in the UK, and the doctor making or suspecting the diagnosis is legally responsible for notification. There is evidence of under-reporting of tuberculosis. This has implications for the control of tuberculosis as a disproportionate number of people who become infected are the most vulnerable in society, and are less likely to be identified and notified to the public health system. The

SUBMITTER: Pillaye J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC240107 | biostudies-literature | 2003 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature