Environmental and geographical determinants of tuberculosis distribution in Sidi Kacem province, Morocco: a three-year retrospective study (2018–2020)

This retrospective study analysed 1,506 tuberculosis cases (2018–2020) in Sidi Kacem province, Morocco, to investigate environmental and geographical determinants of disease distribution. Results revealed higher prevalence in rural areas (55%) than in urban settings (45%), with significant seasonal variations. Environmental factors, including housing conditions and geographical location, strongly correlated with disease patterns. Findings emphasise the need for environment-specific interventions in tuberculosis control strategies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]