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The fact sheet includes information on window treatment for children after exposure to TB, such as how to help a child take isoniazid, potential side effects, and when to call a child's doctor. The material also lists symptoms of TB disease in children.
The fact sheet includes information on window treatment for children after exposure to TB, such as how to help a child take isoniazid, potential side effects, and when to call a child's doctor. The material also lists symptoms of TB disease in children.
This handout describes nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), clinical manifestations, NTM diagnosis, treatment, and action required. The handout also includes 2019 data from the Virginia Department of Health TB Program and links to additional information.
The handout provides information on the similarities and differences between COVID-19 and TB, lists who is at higher risk for TB, and includes additional recommendations.
This 90-minute webinar focuses on how anti-black racism impacts African Americans' access to care and the quality of care they receive. The webinar also includes information on specific strategies for clinicians and programs to consider to improve TB care for African American patients.
This clinical bulletin provides information on testing for and treating latent TB information. The bulletin also includes resources for providers, resources for patients, and more!
In this video CDC's Dr. LoBue discussing the updated recommendations for the 12-dose treatment regimen for latent TB infection.
Recent weeks have seen a handful of new Tuberculosis (TB) cases reported in states including Maine, North Carolina and California. While TB is rare in the U.S., even a single active case warrants attention. This article provides an overview of what TB is & how it spreads. TB is caused by a bacterium (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) that typically attacks the lungs, forming lesions called “tubercles,” and can destroy lung tissue — severe disease can lead to respiratory failure.
