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Researchers Reveal Why a Key Tuberculosis Drug Works Against Resistant Strains

This article highlights groundbreaking research on tuberculosis (TB) treatment, revealing why a key TB drug remains effective against resistant strains. Rutgers Health researchers uncover the molecular mechanisms that enable this drug to combat TB bacteria, potentially inspiring improved treatments and drug development strategies. The findings emphasize the need for continued research to address antibiotic resistance and enhance global TB control efforts.

TB Toolkit

This toolkit serves as a comprehensive resource for communities affected by tuberculosis. It offers practical tools and guidance to support TB advocacy, treatment, and care, with a focus on marginalized populations. It also provides strategies for addressing barriers to care, promoting patient-centered approaches, and advocating for policy changes to strengthen global TB prevention and control efforts.

Learn the Facts About Tuberculosis (TB)

This information sheet provides essential information about tuberculosis (TB), including its causes, how it spreads, and the differences between latent TB infection (LTBI) and active TB disease. It outlines testing methods, treatment options, and the importance of early diagnosis and adherence to treatment to prevent transmission.

Study Challenges Assumptions About How Tuberculosis Bacteria Grow

This webpage highlights groundbreaking research on tuberculosis (TB) bacteria, which reveals that TB exhibits a consistent growth rate throughout its life cycle, defying conventional bacterial growth patterns. The study uncovers new insights into TB’s survival strategies, emphasizing the need for research directly on pathogens to improve treatment approaches.

Mayo Clinic Talks Tuberculosis

This 30-minute podcast was created in recognition of World TB Day. In the recording, Dr. Zelalem Temesgen discusses TB, including information on TB diagnosis and management.

Fundamentals of Tuberculosis

In this 45-minute webinar, participants are introduced to the fundamentals of TB. Topics include modes of transmission, common symptoms, diagnostic testing protocols, treatment regimens, and more. 

Ano ang ibig sabihin ng pagkakaroon ng nakatagong impeksiyon sa tuberkulosis (latent tuberkulosis infection (LTBI) para sa akin? [What does having latent tuberculosis (LTBI) mean for me?]

This brochure provides information to persons with latent TB infection (LTBI) who are adjusting their immigration status. The brochure describes LTBI, emphasizes the importance of LTBI treatment, and explains how to receive LTBI treatment. 

Что означает для меня наличие латентной туберкулезной инфекции (ЛТИ)? [What does having latent tuberculosis (LTBI) mean for me?]

This brochure provides information to persons with latent TB infection (LTBI) who are adjusting their immigration status. The brochure describes LTBI, emphasizes the importance of LTBI treatment, and explains how to receive LTBI treatment. 

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