Freundeskreis für Internationale Tuberkulosehilfe e. V. (FIT) is a brand dedicated to international tuberculosis relief.

They strive to raise awareness, conduct research, and provide support for individuals affected by tuberculosis (TB). TB is caused by a bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis and primarily affects the lungs, although it can target other parts of the body as well. FIT offers comprehensive information on TB, including its symptoms, transmission, and prevention.

They emphasize the importance of distinguishing between TB infection and TB disease. While TB infection may not cause any symptoms and is not contagious, TB disease occurs when the immune system fails to contain the bacteria, leading to symptoms such as cough, chest pain, fever, and weight loss. FIT also highlights the populations at high risk for developing TB disease, including people with HIV, young children, individuals with weakened immune systems, and those who have not received proper TB treatment in the past.

To prevent TB, FIT suggests minimizing contact with known TB patients in crowded environments and seeking information on administrative and environmental procedures in healthcare facilities