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More than half of active tuberculosis (TB) cases in the United States occur in foreign-born individuals; the majority of these cases are attributable to reactivation of latent TB infection (LTBI). Reactivation of LBTI may be prevented with appropriate screening and treatment of those at risk.

Healthy literacy influences health behaviors and health outcomes. It is estimated that close to half of the adult United States population is functionally illiterate when it comes to health.

Club Fit was an initiative aimed at promoting healthy habits and preventing excess weight gain among children members at the Boys and Girls Club of Rochester, Minnesota (BGCR). Obesity is associated with increased risk for cardiovascular, metabolic, and other health conditions and for psychosocial concerns such as bullying, stigma, and emotional difficulties.

Immigrants and refugees to the United States have physical activity levels and dietary behaviors that are less healthy than the non-immigrant majority. Low levels of physical activity and poor dietary behaviors are associated with greater risks for obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.