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The resurgence of tuberculosis: current issues for nursing

Article Abstract:

The number of new cases of tuberculosis (TB) is forecast to increase from 143 per 100,000 population in 1990 to 163 per 100,000 population by the year 2,000, despite the availability of effective chemotherapy. TB is strongly associated with socio-economic deprivation, with one report suggesting that the incidence is 200 times more common in homeless people. TB health visitors and specialist chest clinic nurses have a very important role to play in the delivery of care to TB patients, the advantages of specialist TB nursing having been highlighted by services in such countries as the US and Canada.

Care and treatment

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Tuberculosis: a menace reborn

Article Abstract:

A more disciplined approach to the elimination of tuberculosis should be taken by health organisations throughout the world, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). Up to 3 million people die of TB each year making it the most lethal disease in the world. It is particularly prevalent in areas of high HIV infection and poverty. The disease attacks the lungs and slowly destroys them through calcification and fibrous growths. Health organisations are developing new vaccines.

Health aspects, Prevention, Lung diseases, World Health Organization

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