What are you doing for World TB Day?

[Angel Tarragon]

Oh, that was just because I missed the post where diaglo said it was Saturday. I was confused because I didn't notice it was an old thread at first, and I also included the main page for the day instead of the 'News and Updates' page.

's alright. To err is human.

 

[Jdvn1]

And, if you care to do more research on such topics, you can find articles on our two most recent holidays at the WHO website:
http://www.who.int/en/
[sblock]Global TB epidemic levelling off: New report
22 March 2007: The worldwide tuberculosis (TB) epidemic has levelled off for the first time since it was declared a public health emergency in 1993. The Global Tuberculosis Control Report released today by WHO says that the TB incidence rate peaked in 2004 and then held steady in 2005. But extensively drug-resistant TB (XDR-TB), HIV/AIDS and other obstacles are still hindering progress in controlling the epidemic.
More on Global TB Control Report findings
Global TB Control Report 2007
10 facts about tuberculosis

Water scarcity: A serious health issue
21 March 2007: A lack of water to meet daily needs is a reality for many people around the world and has serious health consequences. Globally, water scarcity already affects four out of every 10 people. The situation is getting worse due to population growth, urbanization and increased domestic and industrial water use.
10 facts about water scarcity and its impact on public health
World Water Day: Statement from Director-General [/sblock]

 

[Angel Tarragon]

And, if you care to do more research on such topics, you can find articles on our two most recent holidays at the WHO website:
http://www.who.int/en/
[sblock]Global TB epidemic levelling off: New report
22 March 2007: The worldwide tuberculosis (TB) epidemic has levelled off for the first time since it was declared a public health emergency in 1993. The Global Tuberculosis Control Report released today by WHO says that the TB incidence rate peaked in 2004 and then held steady in 2005. But extensively drug-resistant TB (XDR-TB), HIV/AIDS and other obstacles are still hindering progress in controlling the epidemic.
More on Global TB Control Report findings
Global TB Control Report 2007
10 facts about tuberculosis

Water scarcity: A serious health issue
21 March 2007: A lack of water to meet daily needs is a reality for many people around the world and has serious health consequences. Globally, water scarcity already affects four out of every 10 people. The situation is getting worse due to population growth, urbanization and increased domestic and industrial water use.
10 facts about water scarcity and its impact on public health
World Water Day: Statement from Director-General [/sblock]

Hey, cool. Thanks for that.

 

[kenobi65]

Weird. Saturday's my birthday; I didn't realize it was also World TB Day.

 

[Steve Jung]

Weird. Saturday's my birthday; I didn't realize it was also World TB Day.

Well, that's no fun. Now you know what you're getting for your birthday.

 

[kenobi65]

Well, that's no fun. Now you know what you're getting for your birthday.

Eeew. No thanks. I don't suppose you saved the receipt?

 

[MrFilthyIke]

Weird. Saturday's my birthday; I didn't realize it was also World TB Day.

You are the plague. Go forth and demand saving throws from all the meet you.

 

[kenobi65]

You are the plague. Go forth and demand saving throws from all the meet you.

Ooops, sorry for coughing on you, pal. How about a Fort save?

I went and DMed on World TB Day. I did almost kill a PC (though that was with a weretiger monk, not TB).

 

[Steve Jung]

Eeew. No thanks. I don't suppose you saved the receipt?

No, and I got it all personalized for you and stuff.

 

[diaglo]

No, and I got it all personalized for you and stuff.

i hope you saved 3 days worth.

first thing in the morning, mang.

don't swallow. rinse mouth with water. don't swallow.

and then expectorate into the specimen container

edit: nothing like a fresh sputum in the morning.