Journal of the American College Health Association
Volume 38, Issue 4, 1990, Pages 165-170

Evaluation of a tuberculosis screening and prophylaxis program for international students (Article)

Quillan S. , Kevin Malotte C. , Shlian D.
  • a University of California, Student Health Service, Los Angeles, United States, Primary Care Clinic, United States; University of California, Student Health Service, Los Angeles, United States, Primary Care Clinic, United States
  • b University of California, Student Health Service, Los Angeles, United States, H, Ealth service research, UCLA School of Public Health, United States
  • c University of California, Student Health Service, Los Angeles, United States, Primary care, Health service, Department of Family Practice, United States

Abstract

In many parts of the world, tuberculosis (TB) is still a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Because of the high rate of worldwide TB infection, the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), requires nonimmigrant foreign students to have a tuberculin skin test before completing registration for classes. Out of 589 students tested, 57.6% were positive (n = 339) at the level of 5 mm induration or greater. All positive reactors with no contraindications to isoniazid (INH) were urged to take INH chemoprophylaxis (n = 290). Several strategies designed to improve compliance were used with all students. In addition, some students attended a lecture and discussion prior to initiation of therapy. Completion rates were low for all students, including those who attended the lecture-discussion session. Implications of the results for future screening activities are discussed. © 1990 Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.

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college student mass screening human Student Health Services screening United States foreign worker Adolescent Tuberculosis, Pulmonary tuberculosis Article patient compliance program evaluation adult tuberculin test isoniazid normal human International Educational Exchange chemoprophylaxis Los Angeles
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DOI: 10.1080/07448481.1990.9938437
ISSN: 07448481
Cited by: 4
Original Language: English