The World Health Organization (WHO) has released operational guidance on addressing tuberculosis (TB) and diabetes. The operational handbook aims to facilitate comprehensive and people-centred care for people with TB and diabetes. It contains practical guidance to facilitate the implementation of WHO recommendations, as well as information on screening, prevention, diagnosis and co-management of both conditions. Implementation of the guidance is expected to increase access to diagnosis for people with TB and diabetes, improve the management and care of people with both conditions and improve health outcomes, including health related quality of life. The guidance is included in the Operational handbook on tuberculosis and comorbidities – third edition
“People with diabetes face a heightened risk of developing TB and…