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Transforming TB care by collaborating with private sector for better outcomes

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Tuberculosis remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, claiming 1.5 million lives annually despite being preventable and curable. Every year, 10 million people fall ill with TB, with low- and middle-income countries bearing the brunt of the epidemic, particularly Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines and South Africa. The alarming reality is that […]

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Preventing TB among India’s Tibetan refugee children: Successes and challenges

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Tuberculosis poses a pressing threat to Tibetan refugee children and adolescents in Indian boarding schools. The alarming reality: 1.8 million Indians suffered from TB in 2022 (WHO), with children under 15 accounting for 12% of reported cases (Central TB Division). To combat this, the pioneering Zero TB Kids Project launched an ambitious screening and preventive

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The integration effect: Saving lives from HIV and TB

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Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the most common infections in people living with HIV (PLWHA). TB often strikes people with weakened immune systems, making it a leading cause of death for those with HIV/AIDS. In 2018, about 21% of the 1.2 million global TB deaths were among PLWHA. In South Africa, around 300,000 new TB

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Breathing Life into TB Prevention: Essential Environments and Resources

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Tuberculosis (TB) has emerged as the world’s second deadliest infectious disease, following COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted TB prevention and treatment efforts, leading to an estimated half a million excess deaths between 2020 and 2022. While there has been some recovery in TB diagnosis and treatment post-pandemic, the disease remains a significant concern, particularly

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TB Immunity Research Paves the Way for Innovative Therapies and Prevention Strategies

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Tuberculosis (TB), caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), remains a formidable global health challenge. As of 2022, TB was the second leading infectious killer worldwide, claiming 1.3 million lives, following COVID-19. Despite medical advancements, TB continues to pose significant problems due to rising drug resistance and the demands of prolonged treatment regimens. Following a

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Transforming TB care by collaborating with private sector for better outcomes

Preventing TB among India’s Tibetan refugee children: Successes and challenges

The integration effect: Saving lives from HIV and TB

Breathing Life into TB Prevention: Essential Environments and Resources

TB Immunity Research Paves the Way for Innovative Therapies and Prevention Strategies

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