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Dr. Ana Lopez-DeFede, a researcher with the Institute for Families in Society, can discuss the prevalence of TB in South Carolina and steps that are needed to stop the spread of the disease. Lopez-DeFede serves on the Advisory Council for the Elimination of Tuberculosis for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

To arrange interviews, call Karen Petit at 803-777-5400.