Tuberculosis is a public health issue that can be well treated if diagnosed early.
Tuberculosis is associated with a 2.1-fold increased risk of severe COVID19 disease according to the Union Health Ministry.
On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day today, pulmonologist Dr. Vivek Nangia pens an exclusive article for TheHealthSite shedding light on the prevalence of TB in India, current government policies and the way forward. He is the Head and Director, Pulmonology, Medical ICU and Sleep Disorders at Fortis Flt Lt Rajan Dhall Hospital, Delhi.
Tuberculosis is a public health issue that can be well treated if diagnosed early.
Tuberculosis is associated with a 2.1-fold increased risk of severe COVID19 disease according to the Union Health Ministry.
On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day today, pulmonologist Dr. Vivek Nangia pens an exclusive article for TheHealthSite shedding light on the prevalence of TB in India, current government policies and the way forward. He is the Head and Director, Pulmonology, Medical ICU and Sleep Disorders at Fortis Flt Lt Rajan Dhall Hospital, Delhi.
