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The Global MDR-TB and XDR-TB Response Plan 2007-2008

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The Global MDR-TB and XDR-TB Response Plan 2007-2008

The Global MDR-TB and XDR-TB Response Plan 2007-2008 sets out measures needed now to prevent, treat and control extensively drug-resistant TB (XDR-TB) and multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB). The plan also sets in motion actions to reach a 2015 goal of providing access to drugs and diagnostic tests to all MDR-TB and XDR-TB patients, saving the lives of up to 1.2 million patients.

Author:

Stop TB Partnership

Audiences:

International Agencies, Policy Makers

Topic:

MDR TB

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