Prevention of infectious diseases in ambulatory care: immunoprophylaxis and chemoprophylaxis.
OBJECTIVE
To review the current recommendations for immunoprophylaxis and chemoprophylaxis of infection in adults, including those who are at increased risk from occupation, lifestyle, travel, or pre-existing medical conditions.


METHODS
Review of the pertinent literature.


METHODS
Adult ambulatory care.


CONCLUSIONS
Guidelines for the prevention of several diseases including measles, tuberculosis, and bacterial endocarditis recently have been changed. Current recommendations for immunization, immune globulin therapy, and chemotherapy for these and other common infections are reviewed.
Wald
T G
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Geriatrics Section, William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital, Madison, WI.
Tobacman
J K
JK
D000328:Adult; D000553:Ambulatory Care; D006801:Humans; D007114:Immunization; D017053:Infection Control; D008019:Life Style; D009790:Occupations; D014195:Travel