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Gender and Tuberculosis

Fact Sheet
Gender and Tuberculosis

This fact sheet explores what is known about TB and gender, what research is needed, and the implications for policies and TB control programs.

Author:

World Health Organization, Global TB Programme

Audiences:

Policy Makers

Topic:

Advocacy/Communications, Cultural Competence

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