1999 Click here for MMWR home page. The Kosovar refugees, who came to the United States, received preventive health services in addition to the mandatory health assessment.
Refugees resettling in the United States normally undergo a mandatory health assessment.
This group of Kosovar refugees received additional preventive health services and interventions. Medical records from Fort Dix were transmitted to the resettlement health providers. These conditions, normally not identified, aid in the transition of refugees to their new homes. This health information and data collection and dissemination should be considered basic components of the refugee admission and resettlement process. 1998 TB declines indicate U.S. remaining track, but challenges still exist.