🧪 Join us at the TB GAPS iECHOHub on Thurs, 23 Apr for a presentation on Optimizing TB Testing through Usage of Novel Screening in CALHIV at Baylor Malawi COE Clinic. The discussion will highlight how enhanced screening strategies are being integrated into care.
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🚨Publication Alert🚨
Tuberculosis diagnostics have advanced since 2006. As technologies evolve, understanding physiology remains essential to apply these tools to traditional sample collection.
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Congrats to D43 Siyakhula Scholar and NIH Fogarty fellow Nompumelelo Mzizi on successfully defending her PhD dissertation! We are incredibly proud of Mpumie and her accomplishments and wish her all the best as she graduates from UTHealth Houston this Spring semester and returns to Eswatini
#WorldHealthDay promotes health and well-being worldwide. #TB is a global health challenge that can be overcome through collective action and international solidarity. Learn about the WHO Collaborating Centres working so health decisions are built on the best science buff.ly/N63SKlo #HealthForAll
#NationalPublicHealthWeek invites us all to renew our commitment to strengthening the systems, science, and community partnerships that keep us healthy. Together we can create a world where no one is left behind in the fight against #TB
#NPHW #EndTB
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#ICYMI To commemorate #WorldTBDay, last week, Eswatini convened a high‑level TB conference emphasizing coordinated action. A panel moderated by Dr. Debrah Vambe featured TB GAPS’ Mbongeni Dube, who discussed sustainable financing to advance the country’s 2030 TB elimination target. #TBSky
Another successful TB Ed talk complete! If you weren't able to watch this one live, you can catch the recording at www.youtube.com/live/g4gE2bp...
I'd say it was a good one, but they really all are.
🚨 Publication Alert🚨
The rise in migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking children globally impacts their mental health. This scoping review evaluates interventions from 2010 to 2025, highlighting intervention effectiveness, gaps, and future improvements. buff.ly/RZRDYIP
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We are pleased to announce the 2026 #TBGAPS Newsletter release for #WorldTBDay! Stay up to date on the project and global initiatives to address the challenges of #TB in children buff.ly/pmF0AYR
#WorldTBDay is an important reminder of the global toll of #tuberculosis. We must continue to invest in research to unlock new treatments and preventive strategies. #EndTB
Women and girls with #HIVAIDS are disproportionately affected by #TB. On National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, let's make sure to continue the dialogue and raise awareness on prevention and treatment. #NWGHAAD #HIVPrevention #EndTB
Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Today we celebrate the amazing women who lead and inspire us daily and blaze the trail for future generations of female medical professionals.
#WorldTeenMentalWellnessDay is a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health. Supporting the mental well-being of teens with #TB is vital to improving their quality of life, treatment adherence, and recovery.
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#MentalHealthMatters
Happy #WomensHistoryMonth! This month, we celebrate women's accomplishments in #STEM by recognizing the incredible female minds who changed the world of science and medicine!
This week, our team is at the 2026 End TB Conference of the Union North American Region in Philadelphia, PA. We're diving into innovative strategies and sharing vital data on eradicating TB. What an incredible opportunity to advance toward a TB-free world together! #EndTB
🧪 Join us at the TB GAPS iECHOHub on Weds, 25 Feb for a presentation on Computer‑aided detection for pediatric TB, an emerging area of interest with unique diagnostic challenges and questions about performance, limitations, and appropriate use.
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#WorldDayofSocialJustice calls for equal access to healthcare. TB disproportionately affects marginalized communities, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive health policies. Let's work towards a fair and healthy world for everyone. #HealthForAll #TBSky
Small acts of kindness can inspire hope for those facing TB. Let's offer support and compassion to patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. Together, we can positively affect their path to health. 💙 #TB #KindnessMatters
Today is International Childhood Cancer Day! Did you know that #TB is a common co-infection in children with cancer? It's crucial to raise awareness and support research efforts to improve diagnosis and treatment for these vulnerable patients. #ICCD2026
Today, we celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science and recognize the invaluable contributions of the women on our team! #WomenInScience #IDWGS
Join us on National #WearRedDay to raise awareness about #HeartDisease. Taking care of your health helps prevent heart disease and reduce TB risk. Stay active, eat heart-healthy foods, and get regular check-ups to keep both at bay! #HeartHealth #TBawareness
👏Publication Alert👏
TB mainly appears as pulmonary TB, but extrapulmonary TB is a significant challenge due to diagnostic and therapeutic difficulties. Differences in immune responses, pathogen behavior, and host susceptibility are key factors. buff.ly/ElpMK45
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#GlobalCommunityEngagementDay highlights the importance of collaboration in addressing global health challenges like #TB. Community engagement is crucial for raising awareness, improving care access, and reducing TB stigma. Let's unite diverse communities to work towards a TB-free world. #GlobalTB
TB not only impacts health but also education for millions of children globally. On #InternationalDayOfEducation, let's emphasize the importance of education in preventing TB. Accessible healthcare and support are crucial to ensure every child's right to both health and education. #EndTB
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. championed health equity as a core human right. Let's honor his legacy in advocating for #TB eradication and equal healthcare access, reflecting his dream of fairness in health. #HealthJustice
🚨Publication Alert🚨
FMS for TB diagnosis
✅ Non-invasive alternative to sputum tests
📊 Sensitivity: 64.4% vs. culture; 58.3% vs. Xpert
🔍 Adds value—detected TB in cases missed by Xpert
FMS could complement conventional methods to speed TB detection
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Reflecting on a year of progress in the #GTB Program. Together, we've strengthened prevention efforts, expanded access to treatment, and improved care for those affected by #TB. Here's to keeping up the momentum in 2026! #globalhealth #EndTB
🚨Publication Alert🚨
New review highlights major advances in DR‑TB treatment for PLWH — from shorter all‑oral regimens to promising investigational drugs + host‑directed therapies. Still critical: managing drug‑drug interactions + rising resistance.
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🚨Publication Alert🚨
This study explores the impact of carotenoids on inflammation in obese individuals. While carotenoids have anti-inflammatory properties, their short-term effects on obesity-related inflammation are unclear. buff.ly/IycidLl
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Wishing everyone a joyous holiday season filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. May this festive season bring you peace, and may the spirit of giving and gratitude shine bright in your hearts. 🎄✨ #HappyHolidays