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A HEALTHIER WORLD FOR ALL

The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease strives to end suffering due to tuberculosis and lung diseases

Standard Rates for #UnionConf2024 End Soon

While The Union World Conference on Lung Health 2024 is just a little over six weeks away, Standard Rates to attend this global event in Bali will be valid only until 11 October.

Plan your time at #UnionConf2024 by exploring the comprehensive e-programme. The science is enviable, and community-centred approaches continue to be highlighted.

Register now and save considerably, as prices increase substantially after 11 October. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still view the sessions online at leisure.

Please visit www.worldlunghealth.org for regular updates on #UnionConf2024.

The Union appoints infectious disease expert as new Executive Director

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The Union has announced its appointment of a new Executive Director, Dr Cassandra Kelly-Cirino.

With over two decades’ experience in improving health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries, Dr Kelly-Cirino has worked extensively with vulnerable populations disproportionately affected by communicable and non-communicable diseases.

Pilot ‘Training of Trainers’ TB programme delivered in Lesotho

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Over 40 healthcare professionals attended pilot training programme organised by The Union to strengthen TB management and control in sub-Saharan Africa.

This training, developed and organised by The Union in collaboration with the Global TB Branch (GTB) of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aimed to enhance Child and Adolescent TB management skills among healthcare providers.

The Union appoints infectious disease expert as new Executive Director

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The Union has announced its appointment of a new Executive Director, Dr Cassandra Kelly-Cirino.

With over two decades’ experience in improving health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries, Dr Kelly-Cirino has worked extensively with vulnerable populations disproportionately affected by communicable and non-communicable diseases.

Pilot ‘Training of Trainers’ TB programme delivered in Lesotho

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Over 40 healthcare professionals attended pilot training programme organised by The Union to strengthen TB management and control in sub-Saharan Africa.

This training, developed and organised by The Union in collaboration with the Global TB Branch (GTB) of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aimed to enhance Child and Adolescent TB management skills among healthcare providers.

The Impact of our work

The Union is the world’s first global health organisation, founded in 1920. We are a global leader in ending TB, we fight the tobacco industry, and we solve key problems in treating major diseases.