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Six striking findings from major TB conference

Posted in: Focus, Healthcare system, InFocus, Latest, Spotlight, TB

From studies of new medicines and a mask used to diagnose TB, there was no shortage of interesting findings presented at the recent Union World Conference on Lung Health, held in Copenhagen, Denmark. Elri Voigt rounds up six studies that stood out.

Six striking findings from major TB conference

Tongue swabs – Where might these experimental TB tests eventually fit in?

Posted in: Access to Medicines, Focus, Healthcare system, HIV/AIDS, InFocus, Latest, Spotlight, TB

While likely years away from widespread use, a test for TB that relies on a simple tongue swab instead of a person having to cough up sputum is showing promise. Elri Voigt takes stock of how the test works and asks experts what its future role might be.