Business Details
31 Years
experience
Advancing Tuberculosis Elimination Nationwide
The Royale Health Care (NTCA) was established in 1995 to unite leaders of tuberculosis control programs across all U.S. states, territories, and numerous counties and city health departments. Our organization serves as a collective voice for TB controllers, advocating for policies, resources, and collaborative efforts to advance tuberculosis elimination. With decades of combined public health expertise, we counsel agencies on TB control strategies, support state and local programs, and work alongside federal and private sector partners to strengthen national TB prevention initiatives.Our mission prioritizes evidence-based advocacy, policy development, and fostering collaboration between public health entities to achieve long-term TB elimination goals. Through structured committees and workgroups, we address critical issues such as drug shortages, infection control, and epidemiological data analysis to inform effective TB management practices.
Services
TB Policy Advocacy
Public Health Collaboration
Epidemiological Support
Training Programs
Resource Development
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience coordinating national TB control efforts.
- Our network includes state, local, and territorial health program leaders.
- We provide evidence-based policy recommendations to federal agencies.
- Our workgroups address critical TB challenges like drug shortages and infection control.
- We advocate for sustainable funding and resources for TB programs.
Services
TB Policy Advocacy
NTCA develops evidence-based policy recommendations to strengthen tuberculosis control programs. We advocate for sustainable funding, regulatory improvements, and resource allocation at federal and state levels. Our work ensures public health agencies have the necessary tools to implement effective TB prevention strategies.
Public Health Collaboration
We facilitate collaboration between state, local, and territorial health departments through structured committees and workgroups. Our initiatives promote knowledge-sharing, standardized practices, and coordinated responses to emerging TB challenges across different jurisdictions.
Epidemiological Support
NTCA provides specialized support for TB epidemiology through the Society for Epidemiology in Tuberculosis Control (SETC). We help public health officials analyze transmission patterns, implement data-driven interventions, and improve surveillance systems to track progress toward TB elimination.
Training Programs
Our organization offers educational resources and training opportunities for TB control professionals. This includes the TB Nurse Certification program, clinical management guidelines, and webinars on best practices for tuberculosis prevention and treatment.
Resource Development
NTCA creates comprehensive resources like the TB Nursing Manual and core competency frameworks. These materials standardize TB control practices, address drug shortages, and provide practical tools for healthcare providers managing tuberculosis cases.
People
Donna Hope Wegener
Executive Director
Leading NTCA's strategic initiatives, Donna coordinates national TB control efforts with over 25 years of public health leadership experience in organizational management and policy development.
Jennifer Kanouse
Director of Communications and Member Services
Jennifer oversees NTCA's member engagement and communication strategies, ensuring effective dissemination of TB control resources and organizational updates to public health professionals nationwide.
Questions
What is the NTCA's primary mission?
NTCA works to eliminate tuberculosis in the U.S. through coordinated advocacy and support for state and local TB programs.
How does NTCA support public health agencies?
We provide policy guidance, epidemiological resources, and collaborative frameworks for TB control professionals nationwide.
When was NTCA established?
NTCA was founded in 1995 to create a unified approach to tuberculosis elimination across all U.S. jurisdictions.
What areas does NTCA serve?
We operate nationwide, supporting TB control efforts in all 50 states and U.S. territories.
