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Unfinished business: the challenge of ending in the European Region.

We have a sobering warning this - despite having the tools to end , the European Region remains a long way from meeting its targets.

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Our latest joint report on shows that, despite an overall downward trend in the incidence of in the WHO European Region, the rate of decline will not be sufficient to meet the UN targets for ending the TB epidemic by 2030.

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To , it is necessary to:
- stop transmission (identification of active TB cases)
- prevent development of TB in infected patients.

There is also an increased burden of drug-resistant cases, low treatment success rates & service disruption caused by the pandemic.

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Just three years ago, prior to the pandemic, the Region was experiencing the fastest decline in incidence and mortality in the world.

In 2021, TB mortality in the Region increased compared to 2020, and the declining incidence curve has stalled for the first time in 20 years.

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"Despite the challenges, these are remarkable times. We must take full advantage of new technologies like rapid molecular diagnoses; better & shorter regimens for prevention, treatment & care; & innovative digital health solutions" - @WHO_Europe Regional Director - @hans_kluge.

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In the fight against , urgent investment in resources, support & care is vital, particularly in the context of the pandemic, which has jeopardized the progress.

Read more about the fight with on our dedicated page: bit.ly/ECDCWTBDay2023

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Don't miss our latest podcast episode dedicated to the . We have invited our @ECDC_EU expert @SeniaRKlintz to explain what are the ways to finally for good.

Listen to "Yes! We can end TB!" here: bit.ly/ECDConAir34

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