Diabetes and tuberculosis 

Diabetes and tuberculosis is one of WDF's new focus areas

Since the WDF, first raised the issue about the neglected link between diabetes and tuberculosis, a systematic review and  expert meetings have been held to get an overview of existing reviews and evidence in the field. In August 2011, the first collborative framework for care and control of tuberculosis and diabetes was launched with the WHO and The Union as technical partners.

To date, WDF has granted support to seven projects focusing on the link between diabetes and tuberculosis in China, India, Malawi, Nigeria, Mexico and Brazil.

Articles

Interview: Link between diabetes and tuberculosis hits the global agenda 

WDF welcomes the Political Declaration on prevention and care for NCDs 

From assumption to evidence

Scientific papers & reviews

Applying lessons learnt from 'DOTS' Tuberculosis model for people with diabetes in Malawi 

Bi-directional screening for tuberculosis and diabetes

Consultation meeting on tuberculosis and diabetes

Define research agenda to reduce the joint burden on TB and DM

The looming epidemic - learning lessons from HIV-associated TB

Links between DM and TB - should we integrate screening and care?

The impact of DM and TB treatment outcomes: A systematic review

Political frameworks & documents

Collaborative Framework for Care and Control of Tuberculosis and Diabetes

Support material for the Collaborative Framework

WHO announcement

The Union announcement