The IJTLD
The IJTLD is the leading peer-reviewed journal dedicated to lung health worldwide.
We welcome submissions on basic, translational, clinical, epidemiological and programmatic research relevant to the Union’s mission to find health solutions for these conditions.
Public Health Action
Public Health Action aims to disseminate the latest operational research on health systems, public health and disease control.
We have recently expanded the scope of PHA to provide coverage of relevant areas of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
IJTLD Open
Launched in January 2024, IJTLD Open is The Union's new Open Access journal for the latest research on TB and lung diseases including asthma, COVID-19 and COPD.
We welcome submissions on the development of diagnostics and treatments for the prevention, management and control of respiratory diseases.
Fast-Track Articles
In order to share scientific research of immediate concern as rapidly as possible, The Union is fast-tracking the publication of certain accepted articles from the IJTLD and PHA and publishing them in full on our website, prior to their publication in the Journals. Read fast-track articles:
Concern over a COVID-19-related BCG shortage
To ensure that scientific research of immediate concern is shared as rapidly as possible, The Union is fast-tracking accepted articles…
Successful treatment of patients severely ill with COVID-19
To ensure that scientific research of immediate concern is shared as rapidly as possible, The Union is fast-tracking accepted articles…
Impact of COVID-19 on tuberculosis services in India
Letter to the editors of the IJTLD addresses the impact of COVID-19 on tuberculosis services in India, and the need to ensure the availability of key equipment to care for patients and to ensure the safety of health care workers.
Mask wearing to complement social distancing and save lives during COVID-19
To ensure that scientific research of immediate concern is shared as rapidly as possible, The Union is fast-tracking accepted articles…
Sustaining essential healthcare in Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic
To ensure that scientific research of immediate concern is shared as rapidly as possible, The Union is fast-tracking accepted articles…
How to demystify COVID-19 and reduce social stigma
To ensure that scientific research of immediate concern is shared as rapidly as possible, The Union is fast-tracking accepted articles…