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Nearly 82 Lakh People in Kerala at High Risk of TB, Says Health Dept
The New Indian Express Kochi
|April 25, 2025
Despite decline in overall cases, the disease remains a leading cause of death in the state
THE STATE health department has mapped 81.6 lakh individuals at high risk of tuberculosis (TB) as it plans proactive measures for early detection and treatment, as part of its aim to eliminate the disease. These individuals were surveyed from 18 vulnerable groups, including people with uncontrolled diabetes, kidney ailments, past or familial history of TB, and those living in overcrowded, socio-economically disadvantaged areas, such as tribal and coastal regions.
Despite a decline in overall TB cases, the disease remains a leading cause of death in the state. According to the Global Tuberculosis Report 2024, Kerala records six TB-related deaths every day—adding up to 2,123 fatalities annually.
This story is from the April 25, 2025 edition of The New Indian Express Kochi.
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