WHO on TB part 1! Flashcards
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What is the full form of WHO, and what does its Global Tuberculosis Report 2024 provide and indicate.
The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Tuberculosis Report 2024 provides a comprehensive analysis of the tuberculosis (TB) epidemic and the progress made in combating it. The report indicates that while there have been some positive developments, significant challenges remain in the global fight against TB.
What are the titles of the key finding of WHO on TB?
TB cases and mortality, leading infectious killer, high burden countries, drug resistant TB.
What did WHO find about TB cases and mortality?
TB Cases and Mortality: In 2023, an estimated 10.8 million people fell ill with TB, with approximately 1.25 million deaths attributed to the disease. This marks a slight increase in cases compared to previous years and underscores the persistent impact of TB worldwide.
What did WHO find on Tb being the leading infectious killer?
Leading Infectious Killer: TB has likely returned to being the world’s leading cause of death from a single infectious agent, surpassing COVID-19.
What did WHO find were the high-burden countries of TB, and what are the percentages of some of the top ones?
High-Burden Countries: The disease disproportionately affects individuals in 30 high-burden countries, with India (26%), Indonesia(10%), China (6.8%), the Philippines (6.8%), and Pakistan (6.3%) together accounting for 56% of the global TB burden.
What did WHO find out about drug-resistant TB?
Drug-Resistant TB: Multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) remains a significant public health concern, with only about 50% of affected individuals accessing appropriate treatment.
What were the challenges highlighted(titles)by WHO on TB?
Funding shortfalls and impact of COVID-19.
How was funding shortfalls a major challenge found on TB by WHO?
Funding Shortfalls: The report emphasizes a substantial funding gap in TB prevention, diagnosis, and treatment efforts. In 2023, only US$ 5.7 billion was available, far below the estimated US$ 22 billion required to effectively combat the disease.
What did WHO find was the impact of COVID-19 on TB?
Impact of COVID-19: The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted TB services, leading to setbacks in case detection and treatment. Although there has been some recovery, the pandemic’s effects continue to hinder progress.
