This webinar session, Tuberculosis: A Disease Neglected, Misunderstood, but Deadly, provides a comprehensive overview of TB’s microbiology, pathophysiology, and current epidemiology, along with effective strategies for public health prevention and clinical management. Facilitated by Gavin Harris, MD (Emory University), the program features didactic instruction from Marcos C...
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2025
his webinar session features a case-based discussion on the management of tuberculosis in alignment with the 2025 ATS/CDC/ERS/IDSA Clinical Practice Guidelines. Lahari Tumuluri, MD (Tulane University), will present two TB cases illustrating the application of these guidelines. Jussi Saukkonen, MD (Boston University), and Charles Daley, MD (National Jewish), will review the guideline development process, supporting evidence, and practical implications for treating drug-sensitive and drug-resistant TB, drawing on real-world clinical experience...
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2025
The webinar is to enhance community medical providers’ awareness of latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI). A brief overview of latent tuberculosis vs. active tuberculosis is given along with the most recent numbers of TB cases in NYS and CDC estimates of those with LTBI. It encourages community providers to assess their patients for TB risk factors, then test and treat them for LTBI as indicated...
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2025
This webpage explains Assembly Bill 2132, which mandates tuberculosis (TB) risk assessment and testing for adult primary care patients in California.
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2025
This report provides an early analysis of cases of tuberculosis (TB) disease reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) during 2024 as compared with previous years. CDC used U.S. Census Bureau population estimates to calculate rates (cases per 100,000 persons) of TB disease.
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2025
This fact sheet provides a detailed comparison of tuberculosis (TB) treatment regimens, encompassing both drug-sensitive and drug-resistant TB.
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2025
This video addresses the ongoing challenge of tuberculosis (TB) in Alaska, which has the highest TB rate in the United States. It emphasizes that TB can affect anyone and underscores the importance of awareness, testing, and treatment to help end TB in the state.
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2025
This article highlights groundbreaking research on tuberculosis (TB) treatment, revealing why a key TB drug remains effective against resistant strains. Rutgers Health researchers uncover the molecular mechanisms that enable this drug to combat TB bacteria, potentially inspiring improved treatments and drug development strategies...
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2025
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...
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2025
This webpage provides clinical guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis (TB) and latent TB infection (LTBI) in Wisconsin, outlining risk assessment, symptom evaluation, testing methods, and treatment protocols. It includes links to CDC resources and encourages use of state and national tools to support accurate diagnosis and effective care...
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2025
This guideline provides updated, evidence-based recommendations for diagnosing, treating, and managing latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI). It offers practical guidance for healthcare providers and public health programs, including testing options, treatment regimens, and considerations for special populations...
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2025
This information sheet outlines the steps in the tuberculosis (TB) care cascade, from diagnosis to treatment completion. It highlights the importance of accurate testing, adherence to treatment, and use of directly observed therapy to ensure successful outcomes and prevent TB transmission.
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2025
This webpage outlines treatment approaches for both inactive and active tuberculosis (TB), including medication regimens, side effects, adherence tips, and steps to prevent the spread of TB. It emphasizes the importance of taking TB medications as prescribed to ensure successful recovery and protect others...
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2025
This report outlines the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases' (NIAID) updated strategic plan to combat tuberculosis. It focuses on four key priorities: enhancing fundamental knowledge of TB, advancing diagnostic research, accelerating vaccine development, and supporting strategies to treat and prevent TB...
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2024
This information sheet offers a concise overview of tuberculosis (TB), detailing its transmission, symptoms, and treatment.
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2024
