Nagaland's Collective Battle Against Tuberculosis
Nagaland Governor La Ganesan emphasized the importance of community engagement in the fight against tuberculosis. At a high-level meeting, he called for collaborations with religious leaders to destigmatize TB. Officials reviewed ongoing efforts, stressing the need for societal involvement and support for TB patients to achieve national elimination goals by 2025.
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Nagaland Governor La Ganesan highlighted the vital role of community engagement in combating tuberculosis during a high-level meeting at Raj Bhavan. The governor advocated for partnerships with religious leaders to destigmatize TB and urged societal support.
Minister for Health, P Paiwang Konyak, outlined strategic efforts including enhanced surveillance, broader treatment access, and targeted awareness campaigns. Commissioner Anoop Khinchi presented initiatives in alignment with national TB goals, emphasizing reaching vulnerable groups.
The meeting affirmed stakeholders' commitment to making Nagaland TB-free by 2025, with calls for intensified efforts and support from NGOs, faith-based groups, and community health workers, underscoring the critical need for public involvement.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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