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Tuberculosis - 114 Countries Join Hands To Eradicate It By 2030!

Dr. GarimaGeneral Physician • 3 Years Exp.MNAMS (Membership of the National Academy) (Ophthalmology)
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In an effort to eradicate Tuberculosis (TB) by 2030, a total of 114 countries have joined hands to take action against TB. This collaboration was announced at the first WHO global ministerial conference in Moscow.

It has also been observed that since the year 2000, approximately 53 million lives were saved and the overall mortality rate has been reduced by 37 percent for TB. Despite the past efforts to control the spread of this deadly disease and is known to take lives more than any other contagious disease.

How should prevent yourself from getting affected?

  1. Get your vaccination on time

  2. Get yourself tested for TB regularly

  3. Eat a healthy and balanced diet

  4. Maintain hygiene

  5. Spend time in fresh air

  6. Try and limit your exposure to someone suffering from TB

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