
THE END OF THE
6-MONTH MARATHON
A New Era of Infection Control
BPaLM-S Efficacy
The 2026 regimen focuses on ‘Rapid Sterilization.’ Bedaquiline and Pretomanid work to shut down the bacteria’s energy production, while Linezolid and Moxifloxacin prevent protein synthesis and DNA replication. This four-pronged attack ensures that dormant bacteria are eliminated significantly faster than with previous drugs.
Community-Led Delivery
The shorter duration allows for ‘Treatment in the Community.’ Instead of requiring patients to visit clinics for 180 days, the 63-day course is increasingly being managed through mobile health apps and community health workers, drastically reducing the stigma and economic loss associated with the disease.
“This is the most significant advancement in TB control in fifty years. By cutting the treatment time in half, we aren’t just making it easier for patients—we are actively preventing the next generation of drug-resistant bacteria from ever forming. We are finally ahead of the curve.”
— Dr. Julian Vane, Global Health Strategist 2026
The End of TB starts now.
Is your regional health board ready for the 9-week rollout? Download the 2026 Implementation Guide for TB Short-Course Therapy.