### Question
How is the term DOTS” or “Directly Observed Treatment Short-course defined?


### Answer
The term **DOTS” or “Directly Observed Treatment Short-course** is defined in *22 U.S.C. § 2151b* as the following:

> the World Health Organization-recommended strategy for treating tuberculosis

#### Citation:
  - *22 U.S.C. § 2151b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 32-FOREIGN ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER I-INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT > Part I-Declaration of Policy; Development Assistance Authorizations**

