Tuberculosis Awareness: Demystifying the Disease & Building Understanding

Introduction to Tuberculosis:Historical perspective and evolution of TB as a disease.Basics of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the causative agent of TB.Global burden and socio-economic implications of TB.

Epidemiology and Drug Resistance:Understanding the prevalence and distribution of TB worldwide.Exploration of drug-resistant TB strains and their implications.Challenges posed by multidrug-resistant (MDR-TB) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR-TB) forms.

Diagnostic Methods for Tuberculosis:Overview of various diagnostic tools, including microscopy, culture, and molecular techniques.Emerging technologies and advancements in TB diagnosis.Importance of early and accurate diagnosis in TB management.

Treatment of Tuberculosis:Overview of standard TB treatment regimens.Drug classes, their mechanisms of action, and potential side effects.Importance of patient adherence to treatment and strategies to enhance compliance.

TB Management and Control Strategies:Public health approaches to TB management.Role of healthcare systems in TB control.Collaborative efforts between healthcare providers, policymakers, and communities.

Prevention and Control of Tuberculosis:Strategies for preventing TB transmission.Importance of vaccination (BCG) and its limitations.TB infection control measures in healthcare settings and beyond.