The Union response to WHO Global TB report 2024
Dr Cassandra Kelly-Cirino, Executive Director, The Union: “While it’s heartening to see some positive trends in our battle against TB, we must confront a harsh reality: despite our efforts, we are merely treading water, failing to make significant strides toward our goal of ending TB."
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.
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.
Barriers to TB preventive treatment remain in Uganda, despite improvements
New research shows barriers to accessing tuberculosis (TB) preventive treatment remain in Uganda, even though coverage is high amongst many people living with HIV.
NEW RESEARCH: HOW DRONES ARE TACKLING TB IN THE HIMALAYAS
The Union World Conference on Lung Health 2023 - Saturday 18 November press release