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HIV and TB in the context of universal access: what is working and what is not? (pdf 690kb)

This paper reports on a meeting co-organised by the World Health Organization, UNAIDS and international organisations, to accelerate an effective and joint response to the epidemic of HIV-related tuberculosis (TB).

It highlights the achievements of the global TB/HIV working group from the Stop TB Partnership.  The paper discusses the concept of universal access to HIV services and its importance and contribution to TB prevention, diagnosis and treatment services. It also highlights some critical issues that have been neglected in the global response to HIV-related TB, including the optimal treatment regimens to use when treating TB and HIV at the same time.

The paper recommends that the global TB/HIV working group should pay greater attention to the TB/HIV situation in Eastern Europe and Asia and focus on addressing structural and health systems barriers.

 

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