Experience in TB control in the Verkhnevilyuisk area of Republic Sakha (Yakutia) in the contemporary socio-epidemiological conditions

Abstract

Analysis of 10-year tuberculosis control activities in the setting of one of rural agricultural regions in extreme north demonstrates that significant successes leading to considerable reduction in epidemiologic indicators for tuberculosis could be achieved by well-organized program regulating multifaceted interaction between municipal institutions, healthcare facilities, agencies and the leading all-republic specialized anti-tuberculosis institution. Improvements in epidemiologic situation are apparent from significantly decreased infection levels and tuberculosis incidence rates among children and adolescents.