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Discover the power of sharing your TB story

Your platform to share platform to share and inspire

MyTB Story is a dedicated platform for anyone affected by tuberculosis (TB) to share their experiences. Whether you're a TB survivor, currently on treatment, supporting someone through their journey, a healthcare provider, or someone who has witnessed TB's impact your story matters.

Submit your story with these easy steps

Step 1

Record your story, using the questions below

Step 2

Fill in the form and upload your video

Step 3

After review, your video will be upload, and you will be notified
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Here are some questions you can answer when you tell your story:

  1. Why did you test for TB?
  2. How did you feel when you were first diagnosed with TB?
  3. What was difficult about your TB journey? How did you cope?
  4. What motivated you to keep going with your treatment?
  5. What tips do you have to offer on how to handle TB (taking treatment, side effects, etc)
  6. What advice do you have for someone who has just been diagnosed?

We understand that sharing your story can be difficult.  You have the option to remain anonymous by not sharing your name or filming your face.  No names will be published under stories. 

Why is it urgent to address the issue of TB in South Africa?

56,000

people in South Africa die of TB each year

270,000

new TB cases in a year

Global Hotspot for TB

ranking among the top 30 countries with the most cases
Source: WHO
Why share your story?

Celebrate yourself

Sharing your story allows you to think about your journey and celebrate your progress, your strength and your decision to prioritise your health
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Increase awareness

Many people get sick with TB but don’t get tested, which means they don’t receive the treatment they need to recover. By sharing your story you can increase awareness about TB symptoms, the importance of testing, and how TB is curable.
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Encourage positive attitudes

By sharing your story you can show how TB affects so many people in South Africa and how so many people are getting tested and starting treatment.
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Encourage Action

People watching may see their own story in yours and feel inspired! Whether it’s getting tested, starting treatment, or supporting someone with TB — your story can make a difference and save lives.

We all have a story, and yours is important! By sharing your TB story, you can encourage people to seek help and inspire supportive attitudes. Together, we can create a healthier South Africa.

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