Distinct trends in tuberculosis morbidity among foreign-born and US-born persons in New Jersey, 1986 through 1995.

Objectives: This study evaluated tuberculosis (TB) morbidity trends among foreign-born and US-born persons.

Methods: TB surveillance data in New Jersey from 1986 to 1995 were analyzed.

Results: The overall TB incidence rate in New Jersey declined 15% from 1992 to 1995 after 7 years of increase.