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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.

Non-U.S.-born persons Persons With LTBI
2005

This brochure lists the symptoms of active tuberculosis (TB) disease and includes directions for curing TB. It also provides drug information for treating TB and side effects that may occur from these medications.

Non-U.S.-born persons
2005

This fact sheet gives general information about what a TB contact investigation is and why it is important.

Non-U.S.-born persons
2005

This manual has been written with the aim of developing the knowledge, awareness and skills of primary health care providers. Primary health care providers can play an important role in tuberculosis control through early detection of the disease, referral for treatment, and involvement in directly observed therapy...

Health Professionals
2004

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 efficacy of the DOTS program, the movie makes clear that continued commitment and expanded resources are vital to combat TB.

General Public Health Educators/Communicators Health Professionals
2004

This fact sheet provides information on how the skin test is given and read, and what the results mean.

Asian or Pacific Islander persons Non-U.S.-born persons General Public
2004

This fact sheet contains information about the treatment of latent TB infection (LTBI) and the prevention of active TB disease.

Persons With LTBI
2004

This guideline promotes collaboration between TB and HIV/AIDS programs to reduce the burden for people affected by both diseases.

Community Leaders Health Professionals International Agencies Policy Makers
2004

This pamphlet discusses the use of the drug isoniazid (INH) to treat latent TB infection. It provides information on the length of treatment and side effects.

Non-U.S.-born persons Persons With LTBI
2004

This guide assists in making TB control policy decisions and plans for successfully introducing fixed-dose combination drugs (FDCs). This guide is intended for national TB program managers, DOTS strategy implementers, drug procurement officers/personnel, DOT providers, and drug regulatory authorities...

Health Professionals Policy Makers
2002

This book is for health care workers considering embarking on TB control in prisons and covers structural, administrative, and medical issues. It is designed primarily for use in settings where there is a high incidence of TB and limited resources.

Correctional Facility Staff Non-U.S.-born persons Health Professionals
2000

This pamphlet explains TB and TB skin testing.

Non-U.S.-born persons General Public
2000

This guideline presents information about the prevention of TB in health care facilities.

Non-U.S.-born persons Health Professionals
1999

This resource provides information and general instructions for taking TB medicine. The patient's healthcare provider for TB treatment can write in treatment details. 

Persons With LTBI Persons with TB
1969