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Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affects the lung. It may spread to other organs.

The Economic Toll of Tuberculosis on Patients

The Economic Toll of Tuberculosis on Patients

Explore how tuberculosis (TB) impacts patients financially, from treatment costs to lost income, highlighting the urgent need for accessible care and support.

India's 'Remarkable' TB Decline Shows 'Political Commitment'

India's 'Remarkable' TB Decline Shows 'Political Commitment'

India's remarkable decline in TB cases reflects strong political commitment, with a 17.7% drop in incidence from 2015 to 2023.

Over 1.7 Lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs Revolutionizing TB Detection

Over 1.7 Lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs Revolutionizing TB Detection

Over 1.7 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs are transforming TB detection in India, making early diagnosis more accessible and effective.

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Nikshay Mitra Campaign: How India is Winning the Fight Against TB

Nikshay Mitra Campaign: How India is Winning the Fight Against TB

The Nikshay Mitra campaign is transforming India’s fight against tuberculosis, reducing cases through community support, early detection, and treatment initiatives.

New Study Redefines Tuberculosis Bacteria Growth

New Study Redefines Tuberculosis Bacteria Growth

A new study redefines how tuberculosis bacteria grow, offering insights that could lead to better treatments and prevention strategies for the disease.

New Antibiotic for Tuberculosis Tackles Drug-Resistant TB Strains

New Antibiotic for Tuberculosis Tackles Drug-Resistant TB Strains

Combating Tuberculosis: Bedaquiline, a new TB antibiotic, triumphs over multidrug-resistant strains.

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Children in Tuberculosis Hotspots may Develop TB by Age 10

Children in Tuberculosis Hotspots may Develop TB by Age 10

Tackling Pediatric Tuberculosis: Children living in high tuberculosis (TB) burden areas are at a higher risk of developing TB by the age of 10.

India Tops Global Tuberculosis Burden

India Tops Global Tuberculosis Burden

India leads with 26% of the global TB burden, the highest among all countries, per WHO. The data underscores a pressing need for enhanced TB control efforts.

New Nasal Spray Could Be a Breakthrough in Treating Brain Tuberculosis

New Nasal Spray Could Be a Breakthrough in Treating Brain Tuberculosis

New nasal spray developed offers a new way to deliver tuberculosis medication directly to the brain, potentially transforming treatment for brain tuberculosis.

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Promising Tuberculosis Therapy for HIV-positive Patients

Promising Tuberculosis Therapy for HIV-positive Patients

New promising tuberculosis therapy shows potential in improving outcomes for HIV-positive patients, offering hope for better treatment and improved health.

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Two-drug Combination Shows Promise Against Tuberculosis

Two-drug Combination Shows Promise Against Tuberculosis

Two drugs show promising results against tuberculosis (TB) - a disease that kills 2 million people annually, reports scientist.

Detecting Tuberculosis: No Microscopes, Just Rats

Detecting Tuberculosis: No Microscopes, Just Rats

Researchers have found out that the Gambian pouched rats can smell the tuberculosis bacteria in a sputum sample.

Infographics on Tuberculosis - Test Kit

Infographics on Tuberculosis - Test Kit

A Taiwan scientist on Sunday unveiled what he said is the first low-cost and efficient test kit for identifying tuberculosis bacteria, killer of more than 1.

Quiz on Tuberculosis

Quiz on Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a major health care concern, especially in Africa and South East Asia. Brush up your information on tuberculosis by taking this quiz. ...

Diet in Tuberculosis

Diet in Tuberculosis

Patients with tuberculosis should eat a healthy diet so that they build up their immunity to fight against tuberculosis.

Stomach Tuberculosis

Stomach Tuberculosis

Abdominal tuberculosis, which is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis, affects the gastrointestinal tract, spleen, pancreas, liver, peritoneum, omentum and lymph nodes adjacent to these organs.

Extra Pulmonary Tuberculosis

Extra Pulmonary Tuberculosis

Extra pulmonary tuberculosis is infection of tissues and organs other than the lungs by mycobacterium tuberculosis and related organisms.

Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection caused by breathing spores of the fungus from bird or bat droppings. Severe manifestation occurs in people with low immunity.

Skin Tuberculosis

Skin Tuberculosis

Skin tuberculosis is a rare form of tuberculosis that occurs outside the lung. Infection is exogenous through contact or internally from another infectious site.

Renal Tuberculosis

Renal Tuberculosis

Renal tuberculosis or tuberculosis of the kidney is a type of genitourinary tuberculosis that can be treated with anti-tubercular medications.

Opportunistic Infections

Opportunistic Infections

Opportunistic infections are microbial infections that can cause disease in persons with a weak immune system, but usually do not cause disease in healthy people.

Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

Drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) is a globally serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It occurs as multidrug-resistant or MDR TB or in its more severe form, extensively drug-resistant or XDR TB.

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