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WHO announces first prequalification of a tuberculosis diagnostic test

WHO Announces First Prequalification of Tuberculosis Diagnostic Test

INTRODUCTION The World Health Organization (WHO) has made a big step in fighting tuberculosis (TB). They prequalified a new test for TB. This test could change how we find and treat TB and drug-resistant TB around the world. The new test is called Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra. It’s fast and very Read more…

By ptppunjab, 3 weeksDecember 13, 2024 ago

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Role of TB Preventive Therapy in Strengthening TB Control Efforts in Pakistan

WHAT IS TB PREVENTIVE THERAPY TB Preventive Therapy (TPT) is a critical intervention aimed at preventing the progression of latent TB infection (LTBI) into active TB disease. It is particularly important for individuals who are at high risk of developing active TB, such as people living with HIV, household contacts Read more…

By ptppunjab, 1 monthNovember 29, 2024 ago