Smoking is relevant to infectious diseases resulting in increased prevalence and mortality. In
this article, we aim to provide an overview of the effects of smoking in various infections and …

The predisposition of cigarette smokers for development of oral and respiratory infections
caused by microbial pathogens is well recognised, with those infected with the human …

Background Prophylactic treatment of individuals with latent Mycobacterium tuberculosis
infection is an essential component of tuberculosis control in some settings. In China, the …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung cancer, asthma and pulmonary
tuberculosis are common pulmonary diseases that are caused or worsened by tobacco …

Purpose This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and preventative behaviors of
university students in Indonesia toward Tuberculosis (TB). Patients and Methods …

Background The use of inhaled corticosteroids (ICSs) is associated with an increased risk of
pneumonia in patients with COPD. However, the risks of other respiratory infections, such as …

Objectives To disclose the associated risk factors for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) and
the current situation of LTBI in the eastern China. Methods A cross-sectional study was …

Rationale: The Southeast Asian tuberculosis burden is high, and it remains unclear if urban
indoor air pollution in this setting is exacerbating the epidemic. Objectives: To determine the …

Objectives China has high burden on both of tuberculosis (TB) and tobacco use. This study
aims to explore the potential link between smoking and TB infection using baseline survey …

Abstract Background South Africa has one of the highest burdens of latent tuberculosis
infection (LTBI) in high-risk populations such as young children, adolescents, household …