Korean National Tuberculosis Association

The Korean National Tuberculosis Association (KNTA) is a leading public health organization in South Korea dedicated to the prevention and eradication of tuberculosis. Established in 1953, the association operates the Korean Institute of Tuberculosis (KIT), which serves as a national reference laboratory for diagnostic research and drug resistance monitoring. KNTA provides essential services including nationwide mobile X-ray screening, molecular diagnostics, and the domestic production of the BCG vaccine. The organization is also widely recognized for its annual Christmas Seal fundraising campaign, which supports TB control initiatives and international health cooperation. Through its comprehensive approach, KNTA plays a pivotal role in South Korea's national health strategy and global infectious disease management.