The Union has been leading the way in knowledge and research sharing around COVID-19 and lung health, including a powerful webinar series, publishing guidance, briefings, journal articles, and a set of frequently asked questions.
FAQs on COVID-19 and lung health
The Union has published a set of frequently asked questions regarding COVID-19 and lung health, focusing on its impact on TB services and the people undergoing TB treatment, and guidance to maintain quality care throughout this period, as well as recommendations and guidance for healthcare workers treating smokers with COVID-19.
Webinar series: COVID-19 and lung health
The COVID-19 pandemic is perhaps the greatest healthcare challenge of a generation. The Union, in collaboration with its global community of members, is pleased to launch an open-access webinar series on COVID-19 and its intersection with tuberculosis (TB), tobacco control, lung disease and more.
See our other webinars here
Lung health community unite in Copenhagen to reaffirm commitment to end tuberculosis and lung disease
Amplification beyond the conference rooms
Groundbreaking research and thought-provoking opinions shared during the…
Using “7-1-7” timeliness metrics and TB survivors to enhance uptake of household contact screening and management
In December 2023, The Union reported early evidence that the adapted 7-1-7 timeliness metric could inject much-needed urgency and energy…
The Union statement on ongoing conflicts and the impact on health services
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is deeply concerned by ongoing violent conflicts, and their increasing…
The Union response to WHO Global TB report 2025
Prof Guy Marks, President of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)
“It is important to take…
The Union Launches Two Free Online Courses on Tuberculosis
The Union’s flagship training course on tuberculosis control marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its 32nd edition in Cotonou, Benin. Bringing together health professionals from across six countries, the course combined online learning with intensive in-person training, reaffirming the Union’s commitment to strengthening TB response through capacity building and international collaboration.
A new chapter for operational research with The Union’s updated guide
In 2009, The Union introduced two groundbreaking approaches to bolster operational research (OR) capabilities in low- and middle-income…
Dr Kalpita Shringarpure's SORT IT journey: From new mother to research leader
Dr Kalpita Shringarpure’s career in public health research began with a spark of curiosity during a one-day operational research…
Building futures through membership
Shaikh Zuha Jabeen, a 23-year-old final year undergraduate medical student, first stepped into a tuberculosis (TB) ward during her…
Strengthening TB Response: Union’s 32nd International Course Wraps Up in Cotonou
The Union’s flagship training course on tuberculosis control marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its 32nd edition in Cotonou, Benin. Bringing together health professionals from across six countries, the course combined online learning with intensive in-person training, reaffirming the Union’s commitment to strengthening TB response through capacity building and international collaboration.
COVID official guidance
Read official guidance from The Union and our partner organisations on the latest guidance on COVID-19.
IJTLD fast-tracked articles
In order to share scientific research of immediate concern as rapidly as possible, The Union is fast-tracking accepted articles from the International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (IJTLD) regarding COVID-19 and publishing them in full on our website, prior to their publication in the Journal.
See a complete list of all of our fast-tracked articles here.
Lung health community unite in Copenhagen to reaffirm commitment to end tuberculosis and lung disease
Amplification beyond the conference rooms
Groundbreaking research and thought-provoking opinions shared during the…
Using “7-1-7” timeliness metrics and TB survivors to enhance uptake of household contact screening and management
In December 2023, The Union reported early evidence that the adapted 7-1-7 timeliness metric could inject much-needed urgency and energy…
The Union statement on ongoing conflicts and the impact on health services
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is deeply concerned by ongoing violent conflicts, and their increasing…
The Union response to WHO Global TB report 2025
Prof Guy Marks, President of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)
“It is important to take…
The Union Launches Two Free Online Courses on Tuberculosis
The Union’s flagship training course on tuberculosis control marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its 32nd edition in Cotonou, Benin. Bringing together health professionals from across six countries, the course combined online learning with intensive in-person training, reaffirming the Union’s commitment to strengthening TB response through capacity building and international collaboration.
A new chapter for operational research with The Union’s updated guide
In 2009, The Union introduced two groundbreaking approaches to bolster operational research (OR) capabilities in low- and middle-income…
Dr Kalpita Shringarpure's SORT IT journey: From new mother to research leader
Dr Kalpita Shringarpure’s career in public health research began with a spark of curiosity during a one-day operational research…
Building futures through membership
Shaikh Zuha Jabeen, a 23-year-old final year undergraduate medical student, first stepped into a tuberculosis (TB) ward during her…
Strengthening TB Response: Union’s 32nd International Course Wraps Up in Cotonou
The Union’s flagship training course on tuberculosis control marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its 32nd edition in Cotonou, Benin. Bringing together health professionals from across six countries, the course combined online learning with intensive in-person training, reaffirming the Union’s commitment to strengthening TB response through capacity building and international collaboration.
The latest Union news about COVID-19
Lung health community unite in Copenhagen to reaffirm commitment to end tuberculosis and lung disease
Amplification beyond the conference rooms
Groundbreaking research and thought-provoking opinions shared during the…
Using “7-1-7” timeliness metrics and TB survivors to enhance uptake of household contact screening and management
In December 2023, The Union reported early evidence that the adapted 7-1-7 timeliness metric could inject much-needed urgency and energy…
The Union statement on ongoing conflicts and the impact on health services
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is deeply concerned by ongoing violent conflicts, and their increasing…
The Union response to WHO Global TB report 2025
Prof Guy Marks, President of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)
“It is important to take…
The Union Launches Two Free Online Courses on Tuberculosis
The Union’s flagship training course on tuberculosis control marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its 32nd edition in Cotonou, Benin. Bringing together health professionals from across six countries, the course combined online learning with intensive in-person training, reaffirming the Union’s commitment to strengthening TB response through capacity building and international collaboration.
A new chapter for operational research with The Union’s updated guide
In 2009, The Union introduced two groundbreaking approaches to bolster operational research (OR) capabilities in low- and middle-income…
Dr Kalpita Shringarpure's SORT IT journey: From new mother to research leader
Dr Kalpita Shringarpure’s career in public health research began with a spark of curiosity during a one-day operational research…
Building futures through membership
Shaikh Zuha Jabeen, a 23-year-old final year undergraduate medical student, first stepped into a tuberculosis (TB) ward during her…
Strengthening TB Response: Union’s 32nd International Course Wraps Up in Cotonou
The Union’s flagship training course on tuberculosis control marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its 32nd edition in Cotonou, Benin. Bringing together health professionals from across six countries, the course combined online learning with intensive in-person training, reaffirming the Union’s commitment to strengthening TB response through capacity building and international collaboration.
Partner sponsored content
The Union presents a series of special webinar sessions, organised and paid for by our partners to showcase new science and new areas of work. All paid for sessions are reviewed for compliance with The Union’s mission and vision.
Past webinar
The twin epidemics of TB and COVID-19: challenges and controversies
Watch a recording of this webinar
This webinar is paid for and created by Oxford Immunotec.
