As I understand it, Tuberculosis treatment needs isolation and careful follow-up of patients over 6 months to ensure that the appropriate medication is taken on a correct regimen and to monitor any complications, like malnutrition, that may arise. Hence, what the 'TB village'. At the time around 60 admitted patients, plus their caregivers, living together for months at a time. It can be cramped, inadequately hygienic and - I would imagine - emotionally stifling. But is is also a very unique community with it's own distinct feel, pace and coping mechanisms.