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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · 2d

New WHO TB Guidelines (2nd ed.)
WHO updates TB guidance to address HIV, undernutrition, and food insecurity, key drivers of TB and poor treatment outcomes. Essential for health programs, clinicians & communities.

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WHO consolidated guidelines on tuberculosis: module 6: tuberculosis and comorbidities, 2nd ed.

The guidelines are a living document and will include dedicated sections for each key TB comorbidity or health-related risk factor. The first edition focused on HIV-associated TB, updating the WHO pol...

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · 3d

With the new ongoing segment with the Khayelitsha Health Forum, we were happy to be joined by Lelethu (Health Forum) & (TB Proof) on Radio Zibonele FM.

They shared how their work tackles TB, reduces stigma & empowers the community. A powerful partnership for real change.#EndTB

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · 7d

Stories like Joseph’s and many others remind us why post-TB care matters, because Tuberculosis's impact does not end when treatment ends. #PostTB #PostTBCare @posttbcare.bsky.social

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · 15d

Western Cape Government, in collaboration with local NGOs, hosted a Close the Gap event, a campaign driving South Africa’s HIV response by reaching high-burden communities and vulnerable groups to close service gaps and improve outcomes. #EndTB

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · 25d

When community leaders gain knowledge, entire neighbourhoods benefit. See how mentorship transforms leaders—and lives. #EndTB

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Community Innovation and Engagement: Key to #EndingTB

YouTube video by TB Proof

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Sep 10

Tobacco & sugary drinks raise TB risk. TB Proof’s Director, Ingrid Schoeman, co-authored a paper showing how tax revenue could fund TB prevention & nutrition programs.

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Taxes for tuberculosis: could tobacco and sugar tax revenue fund tuberculosis control interventions?

Tuberculosis (TB) is the number one infectious killer on the planet while post-TB lung disease affects the quality of life and work capacity of millions every year. 1 Active and passive tobacco smokin...

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Sep 10

Finishing TB treatment isn’t the finish line. Our TB Champions are speaking out, showing why #PostTBCare needs urgent research. Their voices are the drivers of change. 💛 #EndTB #PostTB @posttbcare.bsky.social

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Sep 9

Today, our TB Champions hosted community TB testing and awareness events in collaboration with local clinics and NGOs in Elsies River and Khayelitsha, raising awareness, supporting early diagnosis, and helping people access the support and treatment they need. #EndTB

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Sep 8

Good food is part of the fight against TB . Let’s make nutrition a priority for everyone on treatment! #EndTB youtu.be/VYQOKK7wIjI

Good food fights TB . Nutrition should be part of every treatment! #endtb

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Sep 1

Empowered by our Mentorship Programme, she now speaks openly about TB. #EndTB

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Empowered by our Mentorship Programme, she now speaks openly about TB.

YouTube video by TB Proof

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Sep 1

Exciting progress in the fight against TB! Dr Limakatso Lebina is leading discussions on a new TB vaccine at the Novel TB Vaccines Preparedness Consortium — bringing us closer to a TB-free future. #EndTB

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 30

🎉 Congrats to Nomvuyo! 🎓

As Women’s Month ends, we celebrate our core group member & film star from the Community Stigma Videos—now a graduate of the ENHANCE Advocacy Academy by UCT!

Your voice continues to inspire. 💛👏
#EndTB #WomensMonth #Advocacy

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 28

Sharing highlights of this week
🎙️ Radio interviews raising TB awareness
🏘️ Empowering the Delft community
🤝 Engaging at the TBAC Recovery Plan 4.0 Workshop

Together, we’re building stronger communities to #EndTB!

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 27

The end of TB treatment is not the end. The voices of TB Champions are vital in building the case for #PostTB. We will be sharing snippets from our TB Champions, who are currently reminding us that #PostTBCare has little to no research...and they are at the center change #EndTB @posttb.bsky.social

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 25

Farewell to our amazing TB Champions! 💛 Joined by Khayelitsha Health Forum, we celebrated their impact & watched their moving video Community Innovation & Engagement: Key to Ending TB (coming soon!). Thank you for your passion & courage – you’ll always be TB Proof family. #EndTB

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 22

Last 2 weeks in Delft & Khayelitsha: TB Proof Champions hosting awareness events and driving TB testing—community action making a real difference!

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 21

New consensus statement calls for the early inclusion of pregnant & lactating women in TB research. @Busi contributed to the advocacy section, ensuring women’s voices are heard.

Read more: iris.who.int/bitstream/ha...

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 19

Breaking the silence on TB at school! 📚✨ Meet Lwanda Nibe, Care & Support Assistant at Ludwe Ngamlana Primary. She loves seeing learners engage with TB info. It’s heartbreaking that some still face stigma and bullying. Let’s end it together. #EndTB

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Breaking TB silence in schools

YouTube video by TB Proof

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 12

In loving memory of Andile Madondile – a community leader who dedicated his life to raising awareness about TB & HIV. His passion lives on. Watch below to hear him speak about it. #EndTB

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 8

Powerful Women’s Day event at Solomon Mahlangu Hall led by the City of Cape Town, with talks on breast cancer, PrEP, TB, HIV & more. A day led by women, for women. #EndTB #WomensDaySA

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 6

Watch this awesome video starring Vusumzi Phamle, a taxi driver from Site C, spreading TB awareness on the move:

“People didn’t talk about TB — now they do. It’s curable, preventable, nothing to fear.”

#EndTB @stoptb.bsky.social

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Aug 5

Communication skills training with the Khayelitsha Health Forum focused on verbal and non-verbal skills. Participants used the EPIC format (Engage, Problem, Inform, Call to Action) and did role plays to boost confidence and presentation skills.

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Jul 31

@tbaccountabilitysa.bsky.social had an insightful Q&A with Dr Janet Giddy, TB survivor & TB Proof consultant, on new global TB preventive treatment guidelines.

SA needs clear policy on DR-TB contacts, training, public awareness & private sector support.

Read more: tbac.org.za/2025/07/new-...

New TB preventive treatment guidelines from The Union: What does this mean for South Africa?

The International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung disease has released a new report outlining updated evidence on TB Preventive Therapy with recommendations for how to protect close contacts of a ...

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TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Jul 23

Phumeza Tisile & Ingrid Schoeman joined the TB vaccine policy workshop in Joburg. Phumeza opened alongside the DG of Health, sharing her story & calling for equity, community inclusion, & use of policies like Targeted TB Testing & Preventive Therapy. #TBVaccineReadySA #EndTB

TB Proof @tbproof.bsky.social · Jul 18

This #MandelaDay, we reminded South Africans: anyone can get TB — testing saves lives.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to raise awareness and take action! Together, we can #EndTB.