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Union response to latest edition of the G-Finder report on R&D for neglected diseases
The report analyses research and development funding trends for 33 neglected diseases, including tuberculosis.Management of Diabetes Mellitus-Tuberculosis - A Guide to the Essential Practice
Lin Yan, Anthony D Harries, Ajay M V Kumar, Julia A Critchley, Reinout van Crevel, Philip Owiti, Riitta A Dlodlo, Anders Dejgaard
This resource provides practical guidance for front line health workers responsible for the diagnosis, management and care of patients…
TREATS and King’s College London collaboration awarded funding to develop a new TB diagnostic
The study will take 12 months and will involve using samples collected as part of the TREATS incidence of infection cohort study in Zambia, as well as some new samples collected from patients who already have active TB disease.New Union technical guide for the co-management of diabetes mellitus-tuberculosis published
The guide provides essential information for frontline health professionals for the management and care of people with both diabetes mellitus and tuberculosisGeorgia Community Advisory Board: Supporting STREAM Trial participants for successful treatment outcomes
At a recent meeting of the STREAM Community Advisory Board in Georgia, participants had an opportunity to discuss STREAM trial progress, patient enrolment and adherence to treatment, as well as community engagement activities for the coming year.A new era for global tuberculosis: holding leaders accountable for promises
Read the editorial from The Union leadership, highlighting the next steps for leaders in tuberculosis, which was published in The International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease:
September’s United Nations (UN) General Assembly was a historic moment…
Union response to WHO updated treatment guidelines for multidrug- and rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis
In response to the publication of new guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) on the treatment of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB), Dr. Paula I. Fujiwara, Scientific Director, The Union, made the following statement:
“The latest guidelines from…
STREAM Community Advisory Boards: Putting the patient at the heart of clinical research
Earlier this year, members of the Community Advisory Board (CAB) for the STREAM Stage 2 site at the Makerere University Lung Institute in Kampala, took part in a radio show which focused on raising awareness about the prevention and treatment of tuberculosis (TB). During the…
New Union project to conduct systematic TB screening in insurgency-hit area of India
The Union has begun the initial phase of a new project in Chhattisgarh state, India, where an ongoing conflict makes health services difficult to access for the majority tribal population living in the densely forested areas of the state.“I am grateful for each day that I can be of service and be part of a unique organisation.”
Shirley Frundt is The Union’s Global HR Coordinator based in Paris.Results of Union pilot project show simple model for significantly improving child TB services
Results from The Union's DETECT Child TB project show that TB diagnoses doubled as a result.The Director's Corner
In 2018, the boundless passion and dedication of our staff, members and partners contributed to historic advances. As we move into 2019, we must continue to push for human-centred responses to global health emergencies and work to ensure world leaders hear us – and take…
Child TB workshop looks at lessons learned and implications for future
A workshop in Cotonou, Benin, recently brought together representatives from the four countries participating in The Union’s TITI study on contact investigation and TB preventive treatment for children under five.STREAM Community Advisory Board holds community outreach event to raise awareness about TB and HIV, in Durban, South Africa
Earlier this year, the STREAM Community Advisory Board (CAB) in Durban, South Africa carried out a community outreach event, ‘Our Responsibility. If not infected you are affected’. The event was held at Zinto Cele Park, Umlazi, and sought to raise awareness about tuberculosis…
Bangladesh uncovers tax evasion in smokeless tobacco industry
Union supported Bangladesh files law suits against four chewing tobacco companies for tax evasion. These were uncovered during an investigation of jorda and gul production factories, led by the Custom Intelligence and Investigation Directorate.People everywhere, no matter who they are or where they live, have the right to health
On Human Rights Day 2018, The Union highlights the need for greater political action to ensure people have the human right to health in the fight to end tuberculosis and lung disease.Asia Pacific Mayors Alliance Summit in Singapore reinforces commitment to tobacco control and NCD prevention
The Asia Pacific Cities Alliance for Tobacco Control and NCD Prevention aims to build strong political commitment, identify new partnership opportunities, and devise sustainable, high-impact methods to fight tobacco use and NCDs in the region.The Global Asthma Report 2018
Global Asthma Network (of which The Union is a partner)
The Global Asthma Report 2018 is an 88 page cutting edge State-of-the-Art report, with contributions from 53 experts around the globe. It updates the state of asthma globally, including research data on asthma…
TB research funding reaches new heights but remains insufficient
Report shows investment for tuberculosis research reached an unprecedented high of $772 million in 2017. However, funding for TB research remains insufficient.STREAM Trial expands community engagement for participants in India
The STREAM Stage 2 community advisory board (CAB) in Ahmedabad, India, recently began home visits to provide crucial psychosocial support for STREAM participants and their families, as part of their community engagement activities. These activities form part of the…
Research presented at Union World Conference shows the power of preventive therapy in tackling TB-HIV
On World AIDS Day, we reflect on the importance on preventive therapy in tackling TB-HIV, as highlighted in two studies presented at the 49th Union World Conference on Lung Health.World AIDS Day: Ending the TB-HIV epidemic
Highlighting the work of a project – which The Union is a partner of – measuring the impact of a household-level combined HIV and TB prevention intervention on the burden of TB at population level in South Africa and Zambia."My role gives me an opportunity to make a difference in the world"
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Selma Dar Berger is currently Global Project Portfolio Officer based in Paris.
Originally from India, currently the country with the highest burden of TB in the world, Selma Dar Berger has always been motivated to make a difference in the world.
She…
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The Director's Corner
World AIDS Day: Following the lead of the 2001 High-Level Meeting on HIV/AIDS
In the last week, leading up to World AIDS Day on 1 December, I have had the privilege to meet with the communities, staff and volunteers working on The Union’s Integrated HIV Care (IHC)…
Tobacco control experts meet ahead of Colombian Congress debate on tobacco taxes
Leading tobacco control experts gathered in Bogatá, Colombia, to discuss tobacco taxation