Federal Government Clarifies Tuberculosis Causes and Emphasizes Free Treatment
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reiterated that tuberculosis (TB) is a medical condition caused by bacterial infection, specifically ...
Caring for Patients from Conflict Zones
Opinion | When providing health care for new immigrants and refugees, the world’s faraway conflicts fall sharply into focus.
"By preventing TB, the
#CostOfTB treatment is avoided along with the costs of treating some of the acute and chronic conditions that someone with TB may experience even after being cured of TB."
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TB prevention: Uptake of pills in SA slow
Besides preventing illness and death, tuberculosis prevention therapy is estimated to be highly cost effective. Yet, uptake of the medication is not what it could be in South Africa.
Who Should Receive Preventive Treatment for TB? Individuals of All Ages with Positive Skin or Blood Test
Participants from rural areas in a five-year TB vaccine trial will receive free health check-ups, a R600 reimbursement, and free transport.
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How a rural KZN site is helping the world find a TB jab - Bhekisisa
A new tuberculosis vaccine is being tested in South Africa as part of a large study in which about 20 000 people from seven countries will get their shots. We visited a rural site in KwaZulu-Natal to see how the trial is being rolled out.
🌐 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗕 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 is here! Let's raise awareness about the global TB epidemic and efforts to end this disease. This year's theme is "𝗬𝗲𝘀! 𝗪𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗕." Join us in honoring Dr. Robert Koch's legacy and working towards a TB-free world.
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