TB

WHO has published a global TB report every year since 1997. The main aim of the report is to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of the TB epidemic, and of progress in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease at global, regional and country levels. This report is updated annually.

This report presents summary data for U.S. TB cases reported to the Division of TB Elimination, CDC, during 2018.

This 90-minute webinar is aimed towards TB program staff interested in learning about the 2019 CDC/NTCA recommendations on TB screening, testing, and treatment of U.S. Health Care Personnel.

This fact sheet contains information on TB testing and treatment for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. The resource also contains information on the differences between TB disease and latent TB infection.

This resources summarizes TB screening and testing information for health care personnel and caregivers. Topics covered include screening and testing upon hire, testing after a TB exposure event, and annual training and screening.

Popularly known as “The Orange Guide”, the 7th edition this guide provides practical guidance to health workers on the front line of TB control. The guide has been updated with new information on the management of persons with TB infection, bacteriological diagnosis of tuberculosis, treatment of drug-resistant TB, and more.

The one-page document provides a general timeline of care for patients undergoing treatment for TB disease.

This white paper outlines NCHHSTP’s strategic vision for program collaboration and service integration, building on and refining concepts.

These stories highlight the personal experiences of several people who were diagnosed and treated for TB disease, as well as the work of TB control professionals.