Highlighted Facts
- Tuberculosis is transmitted through the air by individuals with contagious TB who are in close contact with others.
- In 2007, Louisiana was ranked 8th in the nation for case rates (new cases per 100,000 population).
- Tuberculosis is curable and preventable.
- The recognized method for controlling the spread of tuberculosis is directly observed therapy (DOT) where a health care provider observes the patient take every dose of medications.
- DOT is the standard of care for TB cases in Louisiana.
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