International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)’s Post

Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the world's oldest and most persistent diseases, yet it remains a significant public health challenge. Caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, TB primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body. It's a curable and preventable disease, yet millions of people still suffer from it each year. The battle against TB is far from over. Despite global efforts, TB continues to be one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide. The stigma associated with the disease often leads to delays in seeking treatment, which exacerbates the problem. In the fight against TB, awareness and education are crucial. It's important to spread the word about the symptoms, which include persistent cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss, and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. Let’s stand together to support initiatives aimed at eradicating tuberculosis and ensuring that everyone has access to the necessary healthcare. #Tuberculosis #PublicHealth #Healthcare #InfectiousDiseases #GlobalHealth #TBawareness #HealthEducation #StopTB

#YesWeCanEndTB Tuberculosis is a global disease, found in every country in the world, and is one of the leading causes of infectious disease death worldwide. 10 million people fall ill from TB and nearly 1.5 million people die every year. TB is a preventable and curable disease. Ending TB requires a multifaceted approach, including advancing the development of tools for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care. We saw the world come together to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. To also see a world without TB requires political will, resources, and global funding to support the research, development, and implementation of effective strategies. With sustained efforts from governments and the international community, and by working together, we can #endTB. RTI supports TB Alliance’s vision for a short, simple, and affordable TB regimen that works in all people with #tuberculosis. #WorldTBDay #YesWeCanEndTB

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐁 𝐃𝐚𝐲 2024: 𝐘𝐞𝐬! 𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐁! A total of 1.3 million people died from TB in 2022. Tuberculosis (TB) is the world’s leading cause of death from a single infectious agent next to coronavirus (COVID-19), and one of the leading causes of death from antimicrobial resistance. It is estimated that about one-fourth of the world’s population is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, of whom 5-10% will develop TB disease during their lifetime. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞, "𝐘𝐞𝐬! 𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐁!" 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐁 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜. TB is preventable and treatable, but it remains a significant public health challenge, with millions of individuals affected worldwide each year. The day commemorates Dr. Robert Koch's discovery of the TB-causing bacterium in 1882 and serves as a reminder of the importance of early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention efforts. Tuberculosis is spread through airborne particles released by infected individuals during coughing, sneezing, or spitting. While not everyone infected with TB bacteria develops active TB disease, it can be fatal if left untreated. Symptoms include prolonged cough, chest pain, weakness, fatigue, weight loss, fever, and night sweats. World TB Day is vital in raising awareness, advocating for action, and mobilizing resources to combat TB globally, aiming for a TB-free future for future generations. 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐁 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫, 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞. #TBFreeWorld #EndTBNow #TuberculosisAwareness #TBResearch #TBVaccine #HealthyLungs #HealthIsWealth #StayHealthy #GlobalHealthInitiative #HealthierFuture #PublicHealthMatters #BetterTogether #RaiseAwareness #SupportTBPatients #HealthForAll #PreventTB #HealthEquity #StrongerTogether #IPC24

On 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗕 𝗗𝗮𝘆, Clinix is shining a light on tuberculosis, a global health concern that affects millions worldwide. Tuberculosis, commonly known as TB, is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs, leading to symptoms such as persistent cough, weight loss, fatigue, and fever. Left untreated, TB can be fatal, making it crucial to raise awareness about prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Tuberculosis not only poses a direct threat to individuals but also impacts global health on a larger scale. The spread of TB knows no boundaries, affecting communities across the world. Clinix is calling for collective action to put an end to this disease. By expanding access to healthcare resources, promoting education about TB prevention, and developing advanced treatment options, we can work towards eradicating TB from our societies. Together, we can create a healthier, TB-free world, where individuals do not have to live in fear of this debilitating illness. It's a call to everyone to join the initiative in making a difference and contributing to a brighter, healthier future for all. #worldtbday #tuberculosis #healthcare #clinix

Yes we can end TB . To address the demand side we at the tb accountability consortium are we working with a partners to strengthen the role of communities in the implementation of South Africa national tb program strategy ensuring that communities are not just the subject of the response but also drivers of the response #communitiesmatter

Each year, we commemorate World Tuberculosis (TB) Day on March 24 to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of TB, and to step up efforts to end the global TB epidemic. The date marks the day in 1882 when Dr Robert Koch announced that he had discovered the bacterium that causes TB, which opened the way towards diagnosing and curing this disease. TB remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious killers. Each day, over 4100 people lose their lives to TB and close to 28,000 people fall ill with this preventable and curable disease. Global efforts to combat TB have saved an estimated 66 million lives since the year 2000. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has reversed years of progress made in the fight to end TB. For the first time in over a decade, TB deaths increased in 2020.

Gain insights into Tuberculosis: Dr. Asim, Pulmonologist at NWGH, sheds light on this infectious disease and explores the risks associated with TB, offering valuable expertise for informed health decisions. #NWGH #Tuberculosis

As World Tuberculosis Day approaches, we unite in the global fight against TB. This day serves as a crucial reminder to raise awareness, foster collaboration, and advocate for better access to care. From governments to grassroots organizations, from healthcare professionals to individuals in communities, each of us plays a vital role in eliminating this infectious disease. While TB poses many challenges, we also celebrate the progress made in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. World TB Day provides an opportunity to showcase groundbreaking research, innovative diagnostics, and effective interventions that bring us closer to ending TB. Together, let's turn the tide against TB and build a healthier, more resilient world for all. #WorldTBDay #EndTB #HealthForAll

World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is observed annually on March 24th, serving as a poignant reminder of the global efforts to combat one of the world's oldest and deadliest infectious diseases. The overarching goal of World TB Day is to raise awareness about tuberculosis, its devastating impact on public health, and the ongoing efforts to eliminate this highly infectious disease. TB remains a significant global health threat, affecting millions of people each year, particularly in developing countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that around 10 million people fell ill with TB in 2020, and 1.4 million lost their lives to the disease. By commemorating World TB Day, the global community reaffirms its commitment to achieving a TB-free world. While progress has been made, challenges persist, and the day serves as a call to action for renewed efforts and solidarity in the fight against tuberculosis. It is an opportunity for individuals, communities, and nations to unite in the common goal of eradicating this ancient disease and ensuring a healthier future for all.   #YesWeCanEndTB #WorldTBDay #worldtbday #tuberculosis - #worldtuberculosisday #endtb #health  #covid #healthcare