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Mbarara Scientific Day: 17 November 2026

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Field epidemiology activities, research projects and training sessions in support of Médecins sans frontières

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Early nutrition practices and access to food and nutrition services for young malnourished children attending MSF-supported facilities in Herat, Afghanistan: a mixed-methods study.

Confl Health (2026). doi: 10.1186/s13031-026-00850-w. Epub 2026 10 13
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Implementing computer‑aided detection for TB active case finding: A qualitative study of feasibility and acceptability in Tondo, Manila.

PLOS global public health 2026 ; 6(10); . doi: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0007429. Epub 2026 10 08
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Duration of effectiveness of tuberculosis preventive treatment across various tuberculosis burden settings: a systematic review and individual-participant meta-analysis.

The Lancet. Respiratory medicine 2026 Sep 18; . doi: 10.1016/S2213-2600(26)00219-5. Epub 2026 09 18
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External validation of a treatment decision algorithm for tuberculosis in children living with HIV: a diagnostic cohort study.

The Lancet. Global health 2026 Sep 14; . doi: 10.1016/j.langlo.2026.104012. Epub 2026 09 14
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Transmitting and transferring epidemiological knowledge is an integral part of Epicentre's mission. Training courses are provided throughout the year to MSF staff and beyond.