New Developments in Tuberculosis Prevention and Control

Author: Xiao Heping
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Tuberculosis has plagued humanity for thousands of years and remains a serious public health issue. The number of deaths worldwide from tuberculosis exceeds the total deaths from all infectious diseases. Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis may once again make tuberculosis a "curable disease," and the emergence of AIDS has further exacerbated the global spread of tuberculosis. The Chinese government has attached great importance to this issue and has made a solemn commitment to tuberculosis control worldwide. The publication of this book aims to assist the government in improving tuberculosis prevention and control efforts and to contribute to tuberculosis control in China. The book is divided into 15 chapters, with a practical approach. Based on existing tuberculosis medicine, it introduces innovative and dynamic changes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention techniques of tuberculosis in recent years, presents the latest standards and guidelines, and explores hot topics of concern. It also includes some difficult cases for reference in practice. The contributors include not only leading experts and scholars in the field of tuberculosis but also elites from other disciplines. We have gathered the wisdom, broad knowledge, and practical experience of all contributors to collect and absorb the latest concepts and technologies in the field of tuberculosis and related disciplines. The book is richly illustrated, fully reflecting its practicality, scientific rigor, and cutting-edge nature. Given my limited experience and knowledge, there are undoubtedly shortcomings and imperfections in this book. I sincerely invite my peers to correct any flaws for future revisions. At the same time, on this occasion, I, on behalf of all contributors, extend my heartfelt gratitude to the relevant departments, leaders, predecessors, and colleagues who have helped with this book. Xiao Heping, February 2004