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    • Infectious Disease Epidemiology
    • Spatial Analysis

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    • Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections originate from environmental sources.
    • Understanding the geographic distribution and risk factors for NTM is crucial for public health.
    • Missouri's diverse environment presents a unique setting to study NTM infection patterns.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To map the spatial distribution of NTM infections in Missouri.
    • To identify sociodemographic factors and environmental conditions, such as flooding, associated with NTM infection risk.
    • To quantify geographic variations in NTM infection rates.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of NTM culture data from Missouri's surveillance system (2008-2019).
    • Geographic clustering detection using spatial analysis techniques.
    • Multilevel Poisson regression to assess associations between NTM infection risk, rurality, flooding, and sociodemographic factors.

    Main Results:

    • Geographic clusters of NTM infections were identified in Missouri.
    • Rural areas exhibited a significantly higher risk of NTM infection clustering (RR 2.82).
    • Counties experiencing more than 5 floodings annually had a higher NTM infection risk (RR 1.38), with increased risk linked to older age and rurality.

    Conclusions:

    • NTM infection risk is elevated in rural Missouri, especially in areas with frequent flooding.
    • Older age, rural residence, and exposure to flooding are significant risk factors for NTM infection.
    • Public health awareness and targeted interventions are needed for at-risk populations and environments.