A webinar focusing on a case study about nursing-focused case management of drug resistant TB. The webinar is intended for TB professionals, such as nurses, physicians, contact investigators, program managers, program specialists, and epidemiologists.
In this 90-minute webinar, a laboratorian and a clinician from the California Department of Public Health provide information on how to best utilize Xpert MTB/RIF testing. The speakers discuss the manufacturer's rules, share issues in the interpretation of test results, and offer expert opinion on how to address these issues.
A trifold to help individuals stay on track with the 12-dose (3HP) treatment regimen for latent TB infection. The trifold includes a medication tracker and space to write a reminder for the next clinic visit.
An educational handout with 3 steps to follow to be TB free. Available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
A 5 minute video where Rosemarie 'Reina' Whitney, a TB survivor, shares her experience as a patient in San Diego County in the 1950s.
The "I Have TB What Now?" video provides information on the steps involved after an individual is diagnosed with active TB or latent TB infection. The video is available in English, Mandarin, and Spanish.
This mobile application (app) was developed to facilitate monitoring and evaluation of programmatic management of LTBI. Through the app, health-care workers can collect client information used to monitor indicators for the management of LTBI. The app can be modified to meet the specific needs of the country using the app.
A poster developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health on the signs and symptoms of TB. The poster is for physician offices, clinics and emergency rooms.
The LTBI toolkit was developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health for primary care physicians who may see patients that are at an increased risk of TB infection.
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. There is also a tip sheet for providers that is available in English only.
