Fast-Track Journal Articles
To ensure that scientific research of immediate concern is shared as rapidly as possible, we fast-track accepted articles from the IJTLD and PHA and publish them as edited preprints prior to publication in a journal – see examples below.
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Scholarship for drug-resistant TB course announced in memory of leading public health physician
A key group within the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) announced the establishment of a…
In conversation with Cassandra
We grabbed five minutes with Dr Cassandra Kelly-Cirino to learn more about her motivation for…
A reflection on 2024
From changing WHO guidelines and identifying key improvements to drug-resistant TB management,…
A year in review – evaluating the launch of IJTLD OPEN
An Editorial in a forthcoming issue of IJTLD OPEN describes how open access has driven a…
Income-related disparity in country TB rates
A new analysis of global tuberculosis (TB) data reveals that lower income countries are…
"United drive towards a healthier world for all": Union Conference 2024 closing speech
"Honoured guests, distinguished members of The Union and conference delegates, we thank you for your valuable contribution to…
Union Conference 2024: Results from VQUIN, TBCHAMP AND CATALYST trials shed new light on safety and adherence of treatment regimes for children and adults with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
Union Conference 2024: Versatile technology driving tuberculosis elimination efforts across Africa through active case finding
Union Conference 2024: New research suggests alternative regimens against extensively-drug resistant tuberculosis
Union Conference 2024: Active case finding promises to improve TB detection in South-East Asia
Analysing missed opportunities for TB diagnosis in Francophone Africa
The Union has launched a new research project to better understand the missed opportunities to identify people with tuberculosis (TB)…
Empowering Healthcare Professionals to Combat Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
The Union has delivered its first blended learning international course on Principles of TB Care…
U.S. CDC and The Union: A longstanding partnership strengthening tuberculosis care and prevention in resource-limited countries
For two decades now, since 2004, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the International Union Against…
The Union response to WHO Global TB report 2024
Dr Cassandra Kelly-Cirino, Executive Director, The Union: “While it’s heartening to see some…
Tobacco Control Experts Coming Back Together
The World Conference on Tobacco Control (formerly known as the World Conference on Tobacco or Health - WCTOH), the…
The Union appoints infectious disease expert as new Executive Director
The Union has announced its appointment of a new Executive Director, Dr Cassandra Kelly-Cirino…
The Union delivers first blended learning international TB course in English
The Union has delivered its first blended learning international course on Principles of TB Care…
New Union India Office Director appointed
The Union is delighted to announce the appointment of Nidhi Bansal as the Country Director for The Union India Office.
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