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The epidemiology of tuberculosis in South Africa.

Novartis Foundation symposium - 1 Jan 1998

Donald P R

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Reports by reliable observers indicate that tuberculous disease did not occur to any great extent amongst South Africa's indigenous peoples prior to European colonization. Colonization introduced sources of infection and caused rapid urbanization for purposes of commerce and trade. By the start of the 20th century tuberculosis was recognized as a common health problem amongst the Black and Coloured peoples of...

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PMID: 9949799
DOI: 10.1002/0470846526.ch3

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