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.
This journal investigates the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among women with vaginitis symptoms in a U.S. clinical study. Findings highlight the link between STIs and vaginal dysbiosis, emphasizing the need for comprehensive STI testing in this population.
This fact sheet provides critical guidance for healthcare providers on managing patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV). It outlines key steps for diagnosis, treatment, and referral, emphasizing the importance of early detection and timely intervention. The fact sheet aims to equip healthcare providers with essential tools and resources to improve patient outcomes and prevent the spread of HCV through effective care strategies.
This report outlines the progress made toward the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of hepatitis B virus in the Region of the Americas from 2012 to 2022. It highlights key strategies, achievements, and challenges in achieving the goal of reducing the transmission rates, providing a comprehensive overview of regional efforts to combat this public health issue.
This webpage provides the Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) for the hepatitis B vaccine, detailing the vaccine's purpose, the diseases it prevents, the recommended vaccination schedule, potential side effects, and important information for healthcare providers. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the importance of hepatitis B vaccination.
This report proposes policies for expanding access to hepatitis C (HCV) testing and treatment in United States jails and prisons. The report's policy recommendations draw principally from settlement agreements, judicial opinions, and other filings in those cases, supplemented by current medical guidance and input from public health experts, medical professionals, and advocates.
This webpage provides information on early HIV-related mouth sores, including pictures to help with identification. It discusses common oral symptoms associated with early HIV infection, such as ulcers, thrush, and other lesions, and highlights their significance in early diagnosis.
This article highlights a new hepatitis C test that delivers rapid results without requiring a separate lab visit, improving access to early diagnosis and treatment. It emphasizes the importance of expanding testing efforts, particularly for high-risk populations, to support hepatitis C elimination. The article underscores the need for continued innovation in screening technologies to reduce barriers to care and prevent long-term health complications like liver disease and cancer.
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.
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.
