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'20% OF INDIAN POPULATION HAS LATENT TB INFECTION'
The New Indian Express Villupuram
|April 01, 2025
As the world progresses in the fight against tuberculosis, sustained awareness, improved healthcare facilities, and technological advancements in diagnosis and treatment remain crucial.
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Governments and health organisations are committed to achieving a TB-free future by 2030. Through strong community engagement and sustained efforts, the dream of eliminating TB will become a reality, Dr K Narayanasamy, vice chancellor, Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University tells Sinduja Jane. World Tuberculosis Day was observed on March 24. Edited excerpts:
• What is the burden of tuberculosis in the country?
According to India TB report 2024, 25 lakh patients with TB are notified annually which is 33% of the global TB notification rate. Our Sustainable Development Goal 2030 targets are 80% reduction in TB incidence, 90% reduction in TB deaths and zero catastrophic costs.
• What are the challenges in eliminating TB?
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