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Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Health ›› 2012, Vol. 1 ›› Issue (1): 7-10.

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An exploration on sustainable development of tuberculosis prevention and control in China

ZHANG Hui,CHENG Jun,WANG Li-xia   

  1. National Center for Tuberculosis Prevention and Control, Chinese Center for Disease Control,Beijing 102206,China
  • Received:2012-07-09 Online:2012-07-20 Published:2012-07-20
  • Contact: WANG Li-xia, Email: wanglx@chinatb.org

Abstract: Tuberculosis (TB) is a major public health concern worldwide. China has the second highest TB burden globally. We analyzed the current situation and major challenge of TB prevention and control in China and concluded that to ensure the Governments’ leadership and funding, improve tuberculosis control service system and to take effective control measures are the key to ensure sustainable development of TB prevention and control.