1. 5th edition NTP MANUAL OF PROCEDURES Chapter 1: Introduction
Introduction to the NTP MOP and its highlights

2. Chapter 1: Introduction
Magnitude of tuberculosis in the Philippines
The Philippines and its health care delivery system
The National TB Control Program (NTP)
Past efforts to control TB in the country
Current key initiatives to respond to the TB problem
NTP Performance
Vision, goals, objectives and strategies of NTP
Roles and Functions
Functions of the health service providers

3. NTP Vision, Goals and Objectives
Vision: TB-free Philippines
Goal: Reduce TB mortality and morbidity
Targets in 2016:
Case detection rate, all forms 90%
Treatment success rate, all forms 90%
MDR-TB notification rate 62%
MDR-TB TSR 75%

4. Objectives and Strategies
STRATEGY
Reduce local variation in TB control program performance
Localize implementation of TB control
Monitor health system performance
Scale up and sustain coverage of DOTS implementation
3. Engage both public and private health care providers
4. Promote and strengthen positive behavior of the communities
5. Address MDR-TB, TB/HIV, and needs of vulnerable populations
Ensure provision of quality TB services
6. Regulate and make available quality TB diagnostic tests and drugs
7. Certify and accredit TB care providers
Reduce out-of-pocket expenses related to TB care
8. Secure adequate funding and improve allocation and efficiency of fund utilization