TB Alert

TB Alert is the United Kingdom's national tuberculosis charity, dedicated to combating tuberculosis (TB) both within the UK and internationally. Registered in 1998, it was launched on World Tuberculosis Day in 1999 in response to the resurgence of TB globally[5].

Vision and Mission

TB Alert's vision is the control and ultimate eradication of tuberculosis. Its mission is to increase access to effective treatment for everyone affected by the disease. The charity works towards achieving this by raising awareness about TB, supporting patients during treatment, and advocating for better policies to prevent and control TB[3][5].

Activities and Partnerships

TB Alert engages in several key activities:

• Raising Awareness: The organization raises public and professional awareness about TB, including managing the awareness program The Truth About TB in the UK, which aims to educate people about TB and its impacts[1][5].
• Supporting Patients: TB Alert provides support to TB patients, helping them navigate the treatment process and ensuring that they complete their treatment regimens[2][5].
• Partnerships and Advocacy: The charity collaborates with statutory health services, voluntary organizations, and communities affected by TB to plan and deliver improved TB services. It also advocates for policies and resources that enhance patient care and TB prevention[1][3].
• International Work: In addition to its UK-based efforts, TB Alert works internationally, particularly in high incidence regions such as Africa and Asia. Its international activities include community-based interventions, improved screening, testing, diagnosis, treatment, and support. It also provides technical assistance to NGOs and stakeholders to strengthen their tuberculosis programs[3][5].

History and Registration

TB Alert was founded in 1998 and officially launched in 1999. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales under the number 1071886[4][5]. Headquartered in Brighton, the charity operates with a global perspective, addressing TB issues common to both low and high incidence countries[5].

[1] https://www.thetruthabouttb.org/about/ [2] https://www.tbalert.org [3] https://www.ukaptb.org/tb-alert [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1071886&subid=0 [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TB_Alert