Drop in India's TB burden doubled since 2015: Nadda
The New Indian Express Bhubaneswar|December 08, 2024
UNION Health Minister JP Nadda on Saturday said the rate of decline of tuberculosis incidence in India has doubled since 2015 and is ahead of the global average.
KAVITA BAJELI-DATT @ New Delhi
Drop in India's TB burden doubled since 2015: Nadda

Speaking at the inauguration of a 100-day nationwide intensified campaign in Haryana's Panchkula to reduce TB cases and mortality, Nadda said, "We will take detection, tests, treatment and supportive strategies forward at a fast pace under this programme."

The 100-day campaign will be implemented in 347 districts of 33 states where the prevalence of tuberculosis is higher.

The campaign is focused on enhancing detection, reducing diagnostic delays and improving treatment outcomes.

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