Programmatic innovations in TB prevention and care, in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic
Concept Introduction
The WHO Global Tuberculosis Programme is collecting case studies to document innovative approaches and lessons learnt to improve provision of TB services in times of COVID-19.
The significant demand of the COVID-19 pandemic on health systems and economies, coupled with public health measures such as restricted movement, have exacerbated the pandemic’s adverse impact on TB services. As a chronic lung disease, TB may worsen outcomes in people with COVID-19. Successfully containing the double threat of TB and COVID-19, therefore requires innovation, impactful policies and global collaborations.
WHO/GTB envisions to document (and publish on its website) case studies to enhance learning, innovation and evidence based decision making.
Guiding questions
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- Please contact gtbprogramme@who.int if you have any questions.