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Words Matter Language Guide

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Words Matter Language Guide

Words Matter is a tool for TB communications. The first section is an index that lists the words and terms found in the resource. The second section is a language guide that provides recommended terms. The third section is a glossary of words and terms. 

Author:

Stop TB Partnership

Audiences:

Health Educators/Communicators, Health Professionals, Policy Makers

Topic:

Advocacy/Communications, General TB Information

Country of Origin:

Switzerland

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