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The Union @theunion.org · 28/09/2026

Join us for a webinar hosted by our PTLD working group: Establishing a minimum dataset for future PTLD research 📅 22 October 2026 🕒 15:00–16:00 CEST Agenda and registration is here tinyurl.com/yc6u6mre #PTLD #TBResearch #LungHealth #GlobalHealth

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The Union @theunion.org · 08/09/2026

TB in India The latest issue of PHA includes an article series on TB in India. All 30 articles in the issue are free to read, see full issue here: journals.theunion.org/content/pha/1… and Collection here: journals.theunion.org/collections/B… #tuberculosis #India

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The Union @theunion.org · 04/09/2026

This Global Week for Action, we are calling for commitments to become action that changes lives. “Such commitment is meaningless without real world action that relieves the unnecessary burden placed on people and their families…” 📄 Full statement: tinyurl.com/523fvxcs #ActOnNCDs

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The Union @theunion.org · 31/08/2026

📢 Global Week for Action on NCDs kicks off today - we stand with #NCDAlliance. The postponed 3rd Financing Dialogue is a setback, but for millions with NCDs, the need for action hasn't paused. ✅ Time to turn commitments into implementation, investment & accountability. 🙌 #ActOnNCDs #LeadOnNCDs

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The Union @theunion.org · 29/07/2026

Publish with IJTLD Chronic Respiratory Diseases (IJTLD CRD), an open access journal advancing research on chronic respiratory diseases. Submit your work on PTLD, COPD, asthma, Long COVID, ILD, and more. Learn more: theunion.org/our-work/journals/ijtl… #IJTLDCRD #OpenAccess

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The Union @theunion.org · 16/07/2026

Share your research with IJTLD CRD! We welcome submissions on PTLD, asthma, COPD, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung disease, Long COVID, air pollution & more. Submit your manuscript: theunion.org/our-work/journals/ijtl… #IJTLDCRD #OpenAccess #LungHealth

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The Union @theunion.org · 08/07/2026

Advance chronic respiratory disease research with IJTLD CRD. We welcome submissions on PTLD, asthma, COPD, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung disease, Long COVID, and more. Submit your manuscript: theunion.org/our-work/journals/ijtl… #IJTLDCRD #LungHealth #OpenAccess #CallForPapers

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The Union @theunion.org · 01/07/2026

Share Your Research with IJTLD CRD Publish your research in IJTLD Chronic Respiratory Diseases. We welcome submissions on PTLD, asthma, COPD, Long COVID, bronchiectasis, ILD, air pollution, occupational lung disease, and more. Submit your manuscript: theunion.org/our-work/journals/ijtl…

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The Union @theunion.org · 24/06/2026

Join us for the Start4All Phase 1 webinar, presenting findings from a multi-country evaluation of innovative TB screening and diagnostic approaches in high-burden settings. 🎙️ 17 expert speakers 📅 29 June 🕞 3:30–5:10 PM CET 💻 Online Register ⬇️ tinyurl.com/yta7c2z9

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The Union @theunion.org · 22/06/2026

💻Tomorrow, join us for the next webinar from our Zoonotic TB member group: Are We Missing Mycobacterium orygis? The Silent Agent of Zoonotic TB 📅June 23rd at 11am EDT/4pm BST/5pm CEST/8:30pm IST ✅For more information or to register, please go to: ow.ly/rnmm50Z4EGz

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The Union @theunion.org · 04/06/2026

The Union is delighted to announce the appointment of our new Head of Programme for the Union India Office, Dr Archana Beri. 👐 Please join us in welcoming Archana to the Union family! Read more about Archana's appointment: theunion.org/news/new-hea...

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The Union @theunion.org · 04/06/2026

As part of the World Conference on Tobacco Control 2025, the Luther L. Terry Awards were re-established. To mark #WorldNoTobaccoDay, we asked the winners to share their reflects on the progress made and the challenges that face global tobacco control: theunion.org/news/luther-...

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The Union @theunion.org · 03/06/2026

🆕Explore the latest issue of IJTLD CRD 📑 We're delighted to have published a special issue dedicated to post-TB lung disease. Free to read: journals.theunion.org/content/ijtl... We welcome articles on ALL aspects of chronic respiratory disease. Sign-up to journal alerts: mailchi.mp/theunion/sig...

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The Union @theunion.org · 27/05/2026

💻Please join us for the next webinar from our Zoonotic TB member group: Are We Missing Mycobacterium orygis? The Silent Agent of Zoonotic TB 📅June 23rd at 11am EDT/4pm BST/5pm CEST/8:30pm IST ✅For more information or to register, please go to: ow.ly/rnmm50Z4EGz

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The Union @theunion.org · 21/05/2026

“Their longstanding leadership in lung health, their deep engagement in high-burden countries and the truly global community which they bring together offer invaluable expertise to our shared mission." Robert Matiru, @unitaid.bsky.social Read more: theunion.org/news/the-uni...

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The Union @theunion.org · 20/05/2026

LIVE STREAM: Our official #WHA79 side event at 1pm CET ‘From Global Commitments to Integrated Lung Health Action: Advancing early diagnosis of lung cancer and access to inhaled medicines for COPD and asthma’ 📺 Tune into: membership.theunion.org/WHA79-side-e... @uiccofficial.bsky.social

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The Union @theunion.org · 19/05/2026

🔍 A landmark KAP study explores why people with TB symptoms delay or avoid seeking care. Insights from 4,000+ respondents examine stigma, knowledge gaps, risk perception & behavioural barriers, helping shape stronger TB behaviour change campaigns in India. 📄 Full report: ow.ly/aBHW50Z1xmz

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The Union @theunion.org · 12/05/2026

On #InternationalNursesDay Fernando Sanches, Chair of The Union Nurses and Allied Professionals Sub-Section (NAPs), recognises the dedication, impact and vital contribution of nurses and allied professionals worldwide. 🩺Full statement: ow.ly/3nOr50YYgqW

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The Union @theunion.org · 20/04/2026

Have you signed up for our upcoming Zoonotic TB webinar? Decoupling Mycobacterium bovis exposure from infection: insights from a study on latent TB infection in UK farmers 📅 April 27 🕚 11am EDT / 4pm BST / 5pm CEST Learn more and register: ow.ly/9Qcn50YMsxe

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The Union @theunion.org · 14/04/2026

Our latest Zoonotic TB member group webinar is Decoupling Mycobacterium bovis exposure from infection: Insights from a study of latent TB infection in UK farmers 📅April 27@ 11am EDT/4pm BST/5pm CEST For more info and to register: ow.ly/lHZK50YIguw Everyone welcome!

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The Union @theunion.org · 12/04/2026

⏰ Final days to submit Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Union World Conference on Lung Health 2026 🌍 📅 Deadline: 13 April 🔗 worldlunghealth.org #UnionConf2026 #LungHealth

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The Union @theunion.org · 10/04/2026

Are you an early career researcher? 🌍 Get recognised at the Union World Conference on Lung Health 2026 📅 Submit by 13 April 🔗 theunion.org/early-career-researche… #EarlyCareerResearch #UnionConf2026

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The Union @theunion.org · 09/04/2026

🌎 Calling researchers and organisations across Latin America. Be part of #UnionConf2026 in Rio and bring your work to a global audience. 📅 Deadline: 13 April 🔗 worldlunghealth.org/abstract

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The Union @theunion.org · 08/04/2026

💡 Lead the conversation at #UnionConf2026. Submit a symposium and bring together voices shaping lung health. 📅 Deadline: 13 April 🔗 worldlunghealth.org/symposia

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The Union @theunion.org · 03/04/2026

Attention Spanish Speakers 💻April 15 at 18:00 CST, our Latin America member group is hosting the webinar: Tuberculosis en Latinoamérica: El Impacto de la Vigilancia Genómica en el Control de la Resistencia y Transmisión ✅To register, please visit ow.ly/WMsy50YCu7t

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The Union @theunion.org · 30/03/2026

During today's National TB Vijeta Sankalp for TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, Anisha Singh (Global ACSM Lead at The Union) explored the motivations and strong impact of TB Vijetas (a voluntary group of TB survivors galvanising community support).

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The Union @theunion.org · 26/03/2026

In high-income countries it is unacceptable for anyone to be infected with TB. Yet there is a sense of fatalism about the spread of TB in low- and middle-income countries. Such inequity must not be tolerated. Be sure to read our World TB Day 2026 statement: theunion.org/news/tb-is-n...

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The Union @theunion.org · 25/03/2026

Speed matters in TB prevention. ⌛ Delays in identifying and screening household contacts mean missed opportunities to stop TB before it starts. A new fact sheet from The Union explores how the 7-1-7 timeliness metric can help. 📄 Download the fact sheet: ow.ly/BWyk50YyBfR

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The Union @theunion.org · 24/03/2026

On World TB Day, The Union calls for urgent action to break the chain of transmission through science-led, community-wide approaches. Read the full statement: ow.ly/8bCM50YxUVs

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The Union @theunion.org · 13/03/2026

We’re excited to see the research our global community will bring to #UnionConf2026. Topics include TB science, pulmonary fungal disease, inclusive research methods and One Health approaches. 📅 Abstract deadline: 9 April 🔗 worldlunghealth.org/abstract #UnionConf2026

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The Union @theunion.org · 13/03/2026

“Public health needs the voices, perspectives, and lived experiences of women, yours matters more than you may realise.” Today, we feature Prof Marieke van der Zalm, Co-Chair of our Post-TB Lung Disease Working Group. theunion.org/news/women-i... #GiveToGain #IWD #LungHealth #EndTB

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The Union @theunion.org · 11/03/2026

🔬 TBScience brings together researchers advancing the science of tuberculosis. We invite abstracts exploring new insights into TB infection, transmission and treatment. 🔗 worldlunghealth.org/tbscience #UnionConf2026 #TBScience

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The Union @theunion.org · 10/03/2026

“For women starting their careers, my advice would be to remain curious, open to learning, and willing to embrace challenges.” As we mark #IWD, our latest Women in Lung Health profile features Dr Garima Bhatt, public health expert: theunion.org/news/women-i... #GiveToGain #LungHealth #EndTB

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The Union @theunion.org · 10/03/2026

Attention Spanish Speakers! 💻Our Latin America region member group is hosting a webinar: Effectiveness of programmatic implementation of shortened regimens for DR-TB in Peru 📆Mar 25 6pm CDMX/7pm Peru/8pm Chile/9pm Brasil To register please visit: ow.ly/g51T50Yj4ZX

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The Union @theunion.org · 07/03/2026

Need help strengthening your abstract? The Abstract Mentor Programme (AMP) connects authors with experienced mentors who provide feedback on draft submissions before the conference deadline. 📅 Apply by 19 March 🔗 worldlunghealth.org/abstract-mentor… #UnionConf2026 #LungHealth

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The Union @theunion.org · 07/03/2026

🩺 Strengthening systems and improving TB outcomes. We invite abstracts exploring: • Person-Centred TB Care • One Health Approaches for TB • HIV and Tuberculosis • Urban Determinants of TB Submit your research for #UnionConf2026 🔗 worldlunghealth.org/abstract

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The Union @theunion.org · 06/03/2026

Conducting chronic respiratory disease research in low- and middle-income countries? We have a new journal for you. Be sure to read the inaugural issue of IJTLD Chronic Respiratory Disease: journals.theunion.org/content/ijtl... #asthma #COPD #PTLD #bronchiectasis #longCOVID

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The Union @theunion.org · 06/03/2026

🌍 Environmental threats and diagnostic innovation are shaping the future of lung health. New for 2026, we invite symposia exploring: • Environmental lung health threats • Integrated diagnostics Submit your research for #UnionConf2026 🔗 worldlunghealth.org/symposia/

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The Union @theunion.org · 05/03/2026

💪 To strengthen The Union's ability to achieve a world free of tuberculosis and lung disease, our members are invited to apply to join our Board of Directors subcommittees. 📅 Members are welcome to apply by 12 March 🔗 Learn more: theunion.org/news/union-m...

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The Union @theunion.org · 05/03/2026

Abstract submissions are open for the Union World Conference on Lung Health 2026. Share your work on topics including environmental lung health, diagnostic innovation, One Health approaches to TB, and person-centred TB care. Submit your abstract: worldlunghealth.org/abstract

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The Union @theunion.org · 24/02/2026

While identifying the “launch of IJTLD CRD as a catalyst for change, helping to democratise knowledge, and accelerate the flow of evidence to reshape policy and improve clinical care.” 🧾 Explore IJTLD CRD: journals.theunion.org/content/ijtl...

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The Union @theunion.org · 23/02/2026

This strengthens our commitment to end suffering due to lung disease by providing an open access platform dedicated to chronic respiratory health, with equity at its core. Breathing should not be a privilege. 🧑‍💻 Support, submit and connect with IJTLD CRD: journals.theunion.org/content/ijtl...

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The Union @theunion.org · 23/02/2026

🚭Our Tobacco Control member group is co-hosting a webinar: Smokeless Tobacco Use, Health Problems and Socio-Economic Problems in Southeast Asian Countries 📅March 3rd 06:30 am GMT/12pm India/2:30pm Singapore To register, please visit: shorturl.at/NpTBT

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The Union @theunion.org · 18/02/2026

The global lung health community is heading to Rio, and submissions for #UnionConf2026 are now open. This is your moment to showcase research, innovation and community impact on the world stage. Deadline: 9 April 2026 (23:59 CEST) Learn more and submit: tinyurl.com/3ve8axf3

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The Union @theunion.org · 09/02/2026

Save the date: The Union World Conference on Lung Health 2026 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 📅 17–20 November A four-day programme shaped by delegate feedback, bringing together leading voices in lung health for world-class science, learning and connection. #WCLH2026 #UnionConf

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The Union @theunion.org · 04/02/2026

The Union's Asia Pacific Region Conference 2026 is underway! Prof Guy Marks and Dr Elizabeth Cadena gave inspiring opening addresses. 🌏 Guy called on the lung health community to remain united and engaged, as science is under threat across the world. Learn more: aprc2026.org #APRC2026

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The Union @theunion.org · 13/01/2026

Children and adolescents are disproportionately affected by TB yet often overlooked. This article shows how peer networks connect health workers, strengthen TB care and support early detection for young populations. Investing in collaboration brings us closer to #EndTB. 🔗https://ow.ly/H6Ob50XWgwH

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The Union @theunion.org · 23/12/2025

Season's greetings! Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a most prosperous and healthy new year, From everyone at The Union.

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The Union @theunion.org · 22/12/2025

After an impressive year for The Union, Cassandra Kelly-Cirino & Guy Marks reflect on what we achieved in 2025. From stronger evidence and partnerships to real progress in TB and lung health - thank you for being part of it. 👉https://ow.ly/kqis50XN8Xt

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The Union @theunion.org · 17/12/2025

The adoption of the political declaration to combat noncommunicable disease and mental health is a big step forward for global health. @cassandrakc.bsky.social flew the flag for lung health at the #UNGA. We look forward to what this really means for NCDs and mental health. #ActOnNCDs #LeadOnNCDs

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