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Essentials for the Mycobacteriology Laboratory: Promoting Quality Practices

This series of interactive modules was developed by the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Topics include laboratory safety, specimen collection, AFB smear microscopy, mycobacterial culture, and drug susceptibility testing. The modules are also available in PDF format for use in laboratory training programs.

TB Germ - A Cunning World Traveler (Vietnamese)

This multi-lingual, animated video on TB and latent TB infection provides general information using simple messages on how TB is transmitted, the difference between latent TB infection and TB disease as well as what people can do.

TB Infection Patient Educational Materials

The goal of these materials is to teach patients about TB infection and to motivate them to start and complete treatment if diagnosed. The materials are designed to encourage provider-patient interactions for active learning through the process of testing and treatment decisions. There are four materials in this series and it is suggested to use the materials as a continuum, as they build upon each other.

Molecular Diagnostics for Tuberculosis: What Are NAATs and How Do You Use Them?

This webinar describes the different NAATs (nucleic acid amplification tests) that are available, including the Gen-Probe MTD test, the Xpert MTB/RIF test, and Pyrosequencing (PSQ), as well as rapid molecular tests for drug resistance, including PSQ, line probe assays, and the CDC MDDR Service.

World TB Day 2016: Unite to End TB

The Stop TB Partnership developed a set of free campaign materials for World TB Day 2016. Resources include posters, postcards, a toolkit, a t-shirt design, and cap and sarong designs. The resources come in six languages - Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Spanish, and Russian.

Latent TB Infection Resources Online Hub

This website contains resources, materials, and links to latent TB infection and U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) materials.

What is TB?

This video provides basic information regarding TB.