Tuberculosis Top Stories
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New Tuberculosis Vaccines: Phase 3 Study Confirms Safety, But It May Not Protect Against All Forms Of Infection
Apr 10, 2026 04:31 ISTThe two new tuberculosis vaccines could be safe for use in adults and children in India but may not provide protection against all forms of the infectious bacterial disease, according to phase-3 trial results published in The British Medical Journal. -
Indian Researchers Unlock Bacterial Genetic Code To Combat Tuberculosis
Apr 2, 2026 05:02 ISTNew Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Tuberculosis is one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases and now, a team of scientists has discovered a fundamental flaw in a long-standing model of how bacteria control gene expression that can form the base for inn -
Services For Eliminating Sickle Cell Anaemia And Tuberculosis Should Be Prioritised, Says Madhya Pradesh Governor
Apr 1, 2026 10:49 ISTBhopal, March 31 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel, on Tuesday, asserted that the efforts to eliminate Sickle Cell Anaemia and TB (tuberculosis) from the state should be given highest priority. -
Genital Tuberculosis: Is This A Hidden Cause Of Female Infertility In India?
Mar 27, 2026 01:47 ISTGenital tuberculosis is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis which spreads from lung infections and other body infections to invade the female reproductive system. -
WHO Urges Faster Tuberculosis Elimination, Recommends New Diagnostic Tools
Mar 25, 2026 04:22 ISTThe World Health Organization has called on countries to accelerate tuberculosis elimination efforts, unveiling new diagnostic tools like rapid molecular tests and tongue swabs to improve early detection and close global testing gaps. -
Ayurveda And AI Integration, Large-Scale Screening: Next Phase Of 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Campaign Launched
Mar 25, 2026 01:18 ISTUnion Health Minister JP Nadda has launched the next phase of the 100-day TB Mukt Bharat campaign, targeting high-risk populations with intensified screening, early detection, and improved treatment access to accelerate India's TB elimination goals. -
India Launches Clinical Study Integrating Traditional Ayurveda With Modern Tuberculosis Treatments
Mar 24, 2026 07:40 ISTIndia on Tuesday launched a first-of-its-kind global clinical study to scientifically evaluate traditional Ayurveda as an adjunct to modern tuberculosis (TB) treatments. -
Lymph Node, Bone And Brain TB: The Lesser-Known Faces Of Tuberculosis
Mar 24, 2026 11:38 ISTAmong extrapulmonary cases, lymph node tuberculosis is the most frequently reported. It typically presents as painless swelling in the neck or other areas, which may persist for months. -
World Tuberculosis Day 2026: President Murmu Calls For Collective Action To Eliminate TB
Mar 24, 2026 11:28 ISTPresident Droupadi Murmu on Monday urged all stakeholders to unite efforts to eliminate tuberculosis, describing it as a persistent global public health challenge. -
Can Tuberculosis Come Back After Treatment? Doctor Explains Recurrence
Mar 24, 2026 11:01 ISTTuberculosis can recur through relapse or new drug-resistant strains, often triggered by incomplete treatment, a weakened immune system, or poor nutrition. -
Gujarat Hits 94% Of NITI Aayog's Treatment Targets For Tuberculosis
Mar 24, 2026 10:48 ISTGujarat is rapidly closing in on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a Tuberculosis-Free India, achieving an impressive 94 per cent of the ambitious TB registration and treatment targets set by NITI Aayog. -
Latent Tuberculosis: The Silent Infection Millions May Not Know They Have
Mar 24, 2026 09:52 ISTA person develops latent TB when he or she contracts Mycobacterium tuberculosis yet his or her immune system manages to control the infection. -
Persistent Cough Isn't Always A Cold: Early Tuberculosis Signs People Ignore
Mar 24, 2026 09:42 ISTWhile TB is preventable and curable, most people die of the condition due to delayed diagnosis, lack of access to quality treatment, and drug resistance. If TB is diagnosed early, it can be cured completely. -
World Tuberculosis Day: Gujarat Achieves Over 94% TB Detection Goal Under National Elimination Drive
Mar 23, 2026 07:25 ISTGandhinagar, March 23 (IANS) Gujarat has achieved 94 per cent of its tuberculosis (TB) detection target set by NITI Aayog and recorded a clinical recovery rate of 91.74 per cent, according to data released by the state health department ahead of Worl -
JP Nadda To Flag Off 'TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan - 100 Days Campaign' On World Tuberculosis Day
Mar 23, 2026 03:17 ISTNew Delhi, March 23 (IANS) The government is set to commemorate World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2026 with a national event on March 24, to showcase key achievements, innovative strategies, and strengthened community engagement under the National Tubercul -
6-Month Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Treatment More Effective, Cheaper Than Existing Regimens: ICMR Study
Feb 12, 2026 12:59 ISTThe ICMR analysis found that the BPaL regimen is "both more effective and cost-saving" compared to the current standard of care. -
Amazon Confirms Victorian Disease Outbreak: All About Tuberculosis Spread At UK Warehouse
Jan 19, 2026 01:09 ISTLatent tuberculosis (TB) infection occurs when a person is infected with the TB bacteria, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, but does not exhibit any symptoms and is not contagious. -
Tuberculosis Bacteria Are Mutating, Turning Antibiotic Resistant: IIT Bombay Study
Dec 3, 2025 02:03 ISTThe bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes the world's most infectious disease Tuberculosis (TB), can survive antibiotic treatment and live longer by changing their outer fat coating, according to a new study. -
Tuberculosis Cases In India Drop By 21%, Almost Double The Rate Of Decline Globally
Nov 13, 2025 11:17 ISTIn a significant development, TB incidence (new cases emerging each year) in India has been reduced by 21 per cent from 237 per lakh population in 2015 to 187 per lakh population in 2024, according to the government. -
Study By Indian Doctor Couple Inspires Major WHO Change In Tuberculosis Treatment And Care
Oct 13, 2025 10:52 ISTThe World Health Organization (WHO) has released revised guidelines on tuberculosis (TB) and undernutrition, introducing a novel recommendation rooted in evidence from India's landmark RATIONS trial. -
Can Natural Remedies Help Cure Tuberculosis?
May 19, 2025 02:26 ISTExperts emphasise that while natural therapies may help boost immunity and reduce symptoms, they should never replace conventional treatment. Here's a closer look at what works, and what doesn't, when it comes to natural healing. -
World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2025: Theme And Its Significance
Mar 20, 2025 04:14 ISTWorld Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2025: The theme for World TB Day 2025 is "Yes! We Can End TB", reinforcing the idea that ending tuberculosis is possible with collective effort. -
Tuberculosis: How Does TB Affect Your Living?
Sep 20, 2024 05:53 ISTThis article explores how tuberculosis impacts daily living, the long-term effects on health, how it spreads, and what precautions should be taken to manage and prevent the disease. -
What Happens In Tuberculosis: Signs And Symptoms To Look Out For
Sep 2, 2024 07:07 ISTUnderstanding its symptoms and early detection are crucial in preventing its spread and ensuring effective treatment. -
World Tuberculosis Day 2024: Know Theme, History And More
Mar 24, 2024 05:26 ISTWorld TB Day aims to educate the public about the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of TB. It also highlights the importance of early detection and access to appropriate care. -
World Tuberculosis Day: Know What Causes The Disease And Find Out The Symptoms
Mar 24, 2022 07:16 ISTWorld Tuberculosis Day is a reminder to step up efforts to end the global epidemic. -
World Tuberculosis Day 2022: Invest To End Tuberculosis; Save Lives: WHO
Mar 24, 2022 09:20 ISTOn World TB Day, WHO calls for urgent, sustained and adequate investments in ending TB to save lives and secure a more equitable and sustainable future for all. -
World TB Day 2021: Know Risk Factors And Preventive Measures For Tuberculosis
Mar 24, 2021 02:04 ISTWorld TB Day 2021: Tuberculosis affects the lungs of the patient. It leads to symptoms like severe cough which worsens with time. As World TB Day is observed on 24 March, read here to know more about this condition. -
World Tuberculosis Day 2021: 7 Guidelines To Follow For Avoiding The Spread Of TB
Mar 24, 2021 11:02 ISTWorld TB Day 2021: Dr Vivek Padegal discusses the importance of adopting measures to try and avoid spreading of the infection to others while coughing after being affected by Pulmonary Tuberculosis (Lung TB). -
Taking A Rights Based Approach To TB Care To Make India TB Free
Oct 13, 2020 11:24 ISTTB continues to impact the lives of over 28 lakh people, with 4 lakh people succumbing to the disease each year! Lack of awareness about TB, breeds and reinforces stigma and discrimination that acts as barriers to those who need to seek care -
World TB Day 2020: From Early Detection To Healthy Diet, Here Are Few Steps That Can Help You Fight Tuberculosis Effectively
Mar 24, 2020 06:15 ISTWorld TB Day 2020: As per best estimate, globally 10 million people developed TB out of which 27 % were from India. As per estimate, there were new 27,90,000 cases in India in 2016 alone. -
Aspirin Can Aid In Fight Against Tuberculosis: Study
Mar 27, 2019 03:43 ISTIndia has the world's highest burden of TB, with 27 per cent of all global cases and over 30 per cent of all deaths worldwide. -
World Tuberculosis Day: Theme, Significance And Some Effective Home Remedies To Treat TB Naturally
Mar 24, 2019 11:54 ISTWorld Tuberculosis Day: The theme is "It's time", referring to the urgency to act on the commitments made by global leaders to build accountability regarding TB and increase access of prevention and treatment of TB. -
UN Political Declaration Against TB: Time To Translate Words To Action
Sep 18, 2018 02:46 ISTIt was thus a moment of triumph when the United Nations General Assembly's (UNGA) called for the first-ever High-Level Meeting (HLM) on TB to endorse a political declaration that aims to strengthen action and investments to end tuberculosis. -
Researchers Decode The Link Between TB And Parkinson's
May 24, 2018 01:37 ISTResearchers have uncovered a potential cause of Parkinson's disease which may also help combat drug-resistant strains of tuberculosis (TB). -
World TB Day 2018: Here's How Can You Take Care Of Tuberculosis At Home
Mar 24, 2018 03:20 ISTWorld TB Day 2018: Home remedies help the drugs work much better and will cure you of tuberculosis in a faster and better way. -
World TB Day 2018: Diet Tips For Tuberculosis Management
Mar 24, 2018 11:18 ISTWorld TB Day 2018: Malnutrition weakens the immune system and this is the biggest risk factor for tuberculosis. -
World Tuberculosis Day 2018: Signficance, Theme And More
Mar 23, 2018 07:18 ISTThe theme of World Tuberculosis Day 2018 is to make people committed to make the world TB-free. -
Jail Term For Doctors, Chemists If They Don't Report Tuberculosis
Mar 22, 2018 01:37 ISTThe ministry said tuberculosis is a dangerous epidemic disease, a threat to life and is a major public health problem. -
New Ally Against Tuberculosis Infection Found
Dec 29, 2017 02:48 ISTThe substance is effective even in low concentrations and when combined with known antibiotics its effectiveness is improved by up to 100-fold!
