CDC Features
Partnerships for Tuberculosis Elimination
Now is the time to take action, beyond our current efforts, that will ensure that we reach the goal of TB elimination. Building and strengthening partnerships is one of those actions. CDC and its domestic and international partners, including the National TB Controllers Association*, the Stop TB Partnership*, and Stop TB USA, are taking many steps to prevent further spread of TB and to reduce the overall burden of the disease. Efforts range from developing new treatment regimens and increasing the capacity of health professionals to provide adequate treatment, to issuing new recommendations for improved testing and treatment.
What You Can Do to Help
Because many people are not aware of the impact of TB, local TB coalitions in many states and countries are convening educational and awareness activities related to World TB Day. Visit World TB Day 2008 — Activities to learn how you can get involved and what others around the world are doing to increase awareness.
Until TB is eliminated, World TB Day won't be a celebration. But it is a valuable opportunity to educate the public about the devastation of TB and how it can be stopped.
Send a World TB Day e-Card to someone you know to increase awareness of this important day.
Additional Information about TB and World TB Day
Page last updated: March 24, 2008
Content source: Division of Tuberculosis Elimination
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