This flash movie is an informational film based on the report "Tuberculosis" published by WHO. The movie puts a human face on the TB epidemic and the deadly interaction between TB and HIV. It depicts the suffering of people affected by this disease through images and interviews. Outlining the...
This pamphlet answers frequently asked questions about TB. The pamphlet explains TB, its symptoms, transmission, methods of diagnosis, prevention, the BCG vaccine, and treatment.
This report presents the recommendations by the 2nd ad hoc Committee on the TB epidemic. The committee met in September 2003 to make recommendations on the mid-term strategic direction for global TB control: (1) consolidate, sustain, and advance achievements; (2) enhance political commitment (and...
This report is the background document of the 2nd ad hoc Committee on the TB epidemic. The committee has reviewed progress in global TB control, examined constraints to improved TB control in high-burden countries, and sought solutions to these constraints through a wide consultative process during...
This book provides a basis for the diagnosis and management of tuberculosis. It is presented in a question-and-answer format, with subject matter grouped under the three headings: Case Detection, Treatment, and Monitoring.
This fact sheet discusses the correlation between TB and poverty. It lists the steps in fighting TB and poverty, and states that DOTS is a global strategy to fight TB and alleviate poverty and inequity.
This fact sheet explains that DOTS can reduce household poverty by averting (1) the loss of income, (2) the cost of inadequate treatment, (3) the socio-economic costs of coping by families, (4) malnutrition, and (5) death.
This fact sheet discusses the risk groups who are more vulnerable to TB and why these groups are most at risk. The at-risk groups includeing the urban poor, migrants, and refugees, the homeless, prisoners, and people living with HIV/AIDS.
This fact sheet reviews the history of World TB Day and lists past years' themes. It also discusses the aims of 2002's theme "Stop TB, Fight Poverty" launched by the Stop TB Partnership to start a five year campaign.
This report describes how Vietnam achieved its success in the fight against TB, with an emphasis on the role of strategic health communication. The report includes an analysis of lessons learned and implications that may help other developing countries in their fight against TB.
