Tuberculosis

TB is known as one of the “big three” infectious diseases affecting the developing world, but has received less attention and funding from donors than have HIV/AIDS and malaria. However, the rising incidence of drug-resistant strains of TB, as well as co-infection with other deadly diseases, have resulted in the recent prioritization of TB on the agendas of local as well as international development organizations. Explore the international and national efforts of organizations and programs in this critical issue area.