Fundamentals of Tuberculosis

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Speaker: James Gaensbauer, MD, MScPH

Recorded: November 2024

Length: Approximately 45 minutes

Course Description

This session introduces participants to the fundamentals of Tuberculosis, covering its modes of transmission, common symptoms, diagnostic testing protocols, treatment regimens, at-risk populations, and its broader impact on public health.

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals in public healthcare settings who have, at most, a fundamental familiarity with tuberculosis (TB).

Learning Objectives

  • Define basic principles of TB
  • Recognize how TB is transmitted
  • Recognize TB symptoms
  • Identify TB treatment regimens and prevention measures