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Priority Research Questions for TB/HIV in HIV-Prevalent and Resource-Limited Settings

Report
Priority Research Questions for TB/HIV in HIV-Prevalent and Resource-Limited Settings

This document is intended to raise awareness about TB/HIV research priorities (i.e. areas that require urgent funding and scientific interest), help coordinate advocacy efforts, and encourage research funding. The aim is to increase the implementation of high-quality, integrated TB/HIV interventions in resource-limited settings. The document outlines a revised research priority agenda based on the latest evidence in six key areas of TB and HIV co-infection.

Author:

World Health Organization, Global TB Programme

Audiences:

International Agencies, Policy Makers

Topic:

Advocacy/Communications

Language:

English

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