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Global Tuberculosis Report 2013

This is the eighteenth global report on tuberculosis (TB) published by WHO in a series that started in 1997. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of the TB epidemic and progress in implementing and ?nancing TB prevention, care and control at global, regional and country levels using data reported by 197 countries and territories that account for over 99% of the world’s TB cases.

Story of Mary: TB is Curable

This video discusses the challenges of childhood TB by telling the story of Mary, a five year old girl who lives in Africa. A community health worker helped her realize that her persistent cough may be TB.

International Standards for Tuberculosis Care, Edition 3

The International Standards for Tuberculosis Care describe a level of care that all practitioners should seek to provide in managing patients with known or suspected TB. The Standards are intended to facilitate the effective engagement of all care providers in delivering high-quality care for patients of all ages.

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