Tuberculosis in older adults: case studies from four countries with rapidly ageing populations in the western pacific region.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Western Pacific Region has one of the fastest-growing populations of older adults (≥ 65 years) globally, among whom tuberculosis (TB) poses a particular concern. This study reports country case studies from China, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Singapore reflecting on their experiences in managing TB among older adults.

Findings

Across all four countries, TB case notification and incidence rates were highest among older adults, but clinical and public health guidance focused on this population was limited. Individual country reports illustrated a range of practices and challenges. Passive case finding remains the norm, with limited active case finding (ACF) programs implemented in China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. Different approaches have been trial

SUBMITTER: Teo AKJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9942033 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature