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Luís Figo and the World Tuberculosis Cup

In this comic book, Luis Figo and his friends play a game of football/soccer against a team of TB germs. The book aims to educate young readers about the basics of TB.

Tuberculosis (TB) Blood Test (IGRA)

This fact sheet introduces the TB blood test, also called an Interferon Gamma Release Assay or IGRA.

Advice on Samples for Tuberculosis Testing

How to give a sample for testing for pulmonary tuberculosis. Most diagnostic tests for TB examine sputum coughed from the lungs. The lack of access to TB diagnosis is a major barrier to controlling TB which kills nearly 2 million people every year. New sensitive tests that are affordable and that can be used in a low tech environment are urgently needed.

The TB Voices Project

The TB Voices Project documented individuals' TB experience using photos, video/voice recordings, and/or their written story. Twenty-eight people from across King and Snohomish County, Washington shared their TB experiences through the TB Voices Project in 2013. The website contains: video and audio clips of more than 25 TB stories; a 13 minute video applicable for all audiences; and an active blog.

Tubercules Learns How You Get Tested for TB video

In this video, viewers follow Tubercules as they learn about TB testing and treatment at the Metro Public Health Department TB Elimination Program. Viewers will also see a range of TB program staff in action, such as TB nurses and case managers.

Tuberculosis: Get the Facts

This pamphlet discusses TB transmission, symptoms, testing, and treatment and explains the difference between latent TB infection and active TB disease.