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News Briefs New York City: Tuberculosis Way Down -- But Not Quite OutMarch 26, 2003 On Monday, health officials reported that New York City's TB cases have hit an all-time low. Last year, the city recorded 1,084 cases of tuberculosis -- a 14 percent decline from 2001, according to preliminary data. However, Health Commissioner Thomas Frieden said he is still concerned because the city's TB rate is more than twice the national average, and more cases are occurring in foreign-born persons. The Health Department offers free TB treatment at 10 chest centers around the city. New York Daily News 03.25.03; Lisa L. Colangelo  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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