Prevention Of Tuberculosis

Medical Review

Written by: Dr. Von Chiao Wen Doctor of Medicine (MD), N.I. Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
Reviewed by: Dr. Lee Chin Meng Doctor of Medicine (MD), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Overview of Prevention Of Tuberculosis

Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) is a tuberculosis vaccine. It is recommended for people living in countries where tuberculosis is common and high-risk groups such as healthcare workers. Other ways to prevent the disease include identifying people who have active disease and treat them with medications such as rifampicin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol. Besides, practice proper cough etiquette such as covering up your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, wearing masks respirators when in contact with people. This is because the virus can spread through direct contact or through inhalation of air droplets when people infected with the viral infection coughs and sneezes. Next, keep your hands clean by washing them with soap and water, or alcohol-based hand rub.

Treatment and Prevention of Prevention Of Tuberculosis

Vaccination, Identify and treat people with active disease, Cover up your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze, Wear respirators or masks, Keep hands clean

Available Prevention Of Tuberculosis Medicines

No medicines currently available for this condition.

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