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Latent TB Infection (LTBI): Screening & Treatment Update

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Brockton Neighborhood Health Center
63 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Starts at: October 8, 2019 1:00pm ET
Ends at: October 8, 2019 4:00pm ET
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Description

1. Identify facts vs. myths about LTBI

2. Discuss current LTBI stats in the US and MA

3. Differentiate LTBI and TB infection

4. Explain LTBI test results and next steps for treatment

5. Discuss potential side effects of LTBI treatment

6. Recognize common adherence strategies used by Case Managers and how they can be applied to LTBI treatment

Topics

A variety of the listed topics will be discussed at this event.

  • Opportunistic Infections
  • Primary care screenings
  • Tuberculosis
  • Case management
  • Care coordination