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Programmatic considerations for TB patients in the days of COVID.
| Ensure proper communication by using virtual means |
| Early procurement and careful planning of local drug distribution and transportation |
| Use appropriate digital adherence and support tools |
| Ensure necessary psycho-social, nutritional and economic support |
| Shift to injection-free all-oral MDR-TB regimen |
| Telemedicine where possible at least to manage adverse events |
| Family member as treatment supporter |
