Recognize, treat and prevent tuberculosis
The German Central Committee against Tuberculosis has been involved in tuberculosis education, research and prevention for over 100 years. Our mission: to fight tuberculosis worldwide and help those affected.
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The German Central Committee against Tuberculosis (DZK) is committed to the containment and treatment of tuberculosis.
With a focus on education, prevention, research and scientific guidelines, the DZK supports both patients and healthcare professionals. Our mission is to contribute to the global fight against the disease through cooperation, training and expert advice. Together, we are working to identify, treat and ultimately defeat the disease.
With a focus on education, prevention, research and scientific guidelines, the DZK supports both patients and healthcare professionals. Our mission is to contribute to the global fight against the disease through cooperation, training and expert advice. Together, we are working to identify, treat and ultimately defeat the disease.
Interactive map of MDR-TB coverage in Germany
According to the Infection Protection Act, the local health authority is responsible for the individual case management of each person with tuberculosis in coordination with the treating physicians.
This interactive map with an MDR-TB network of 60 clinics and the outpatient specialist contact points (ASV) for tuberculosis was developed to facilitate the search for specialized care providers for resistant tuberculosis. Please let us know if you have any additions or corrections.
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Everything you need to know about tuberculosis
Answers to your questions in our FAQ
Recognizing tuberculosis is the first step. Find out about symptoms, transmission routes and treatment options. Here you will find well-founded information that can help you.
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Guidelines and recommendations
Recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of non-tuberculous mycobacterioses (2013)
Amendment for the treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis (2023)
S2k guideline on tuberculosis in adults (2022)
Infection prevention & hygiene for tuberculosis (2023)
New recommendations for environmental testing for tuberculosis (2023)
S2k guideline on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of tuberculosis in children and adolescents (2017)