TB

This report presents the recommendations by the 2nd ad hoc Committee on the TB epidemic.

This video helps train all shelter staff and volunteers about how to prevent the spread of TB in homeless shelters. It describes what TB is, how it is spread, what to do when you suspect someone has TB, how to develop and implement a TB infection control policy, and how you and your local health department can work together to create a healthy and safe environment for staff and clients.

This booklet explains the action and resources needed over the next five years for six working groups to expand, adapt, and improve DOTS, enabling the working groups to meet the 2005 global targets of setting the world on the road to the elimination of TB.

This brochure lists the difference between latent TB infection (LTBI) and active TB disease, and how to prevent active TB disease. It also provides drug information for treating LTBI and side effects that may occur from these medications.

This online video describes what TB is and how it is spread. It explains that although TB affects people worldwide, it can be prevented, treated, and cured. The video also identifies individuals who are at risk for TB and emphasizes that they should take the TB skin test.

This poster, available in high- and low-resolution, raises worldwide awareness about the international health threat posed by tuberculosis. The focus of the Stop TB Partnership Secretariat for World TB Day 2005 is the crucial role of frontline TB care providers in the fight against TB.

This brochure indicates that although TB affects people worldwide, it can be prevented, treated, and cured. The brochure also lists the symptoms of TB and those individuals who are at risk for TB.

This World TB Day poster focuses on the central role of TB health care providers in the fight against TB. It raises awareness about the health threat posed by tuberculosis in the Americas.

This pamphlet explains TB and TB skin testing.

This brochure discusses TB and its relationship to HIV/AIDS.