Tuberculosis Prevention – What Healthcare Workers Need To Know

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Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant health threat, especially in healthcare environments where workers are at increased risk of exposure. This video covers the resurgence of TB, how it spreads, and the critical measures healthcare professionals must take to prevent infection. Learn about proper infection control strategies, TB testing methods, and the role of personal protective equipment (PPE) in keeping both workers and patients safe.

*Key points covered*
The resurgence of tuberculosis – Why TB remains a global health concern despite advances in medical treatment.
How TB spreads – The role of airborne bacteria, high-risk environments, and medical procedures that increase transmission risk.
Recognizing TB symptoms – Identifying signs such as persistent cough, fever, weight loss, and night sweats.
Testing and diagnosis – Overview of common TB tests, including IGRA blood tests, skin tests, chest X-rays, and sputum cultures.
Infection control strategies – The importance of administrative and engineering controls, such as isolation rooms and negative pressure ventilation.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) – The use of N95 respirators to protect healthcare workers from airborne TB bacteria.
TB treatment and drug resistance – The importance of completing antibiotic treatment to prevent drug-resistant TB strains.

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