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[podcast] TB diagnosis and treatment is free but people face unacceptable catastrophic costs, diagnostic delays
Update: 2024-04-07
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This World Health Day Podcast features Dr Susmita Chatterjee, Programme Lead - Health Economics, Health Systems Science, The George Institute for Global Health, India. She is also a Conjoint Senior Lecturer, University of New South Wales; DBT/Wellcome Trust India Alliance Clinical and Public Health Intermediate Fellow; and Professor, Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal University. Read this article which is referenced in the podcast "Deconstructing the economic burden of tuberculosis in India."
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Accessing TB diagnosis and treatment should be a fundamental right for all, yet many still confront unacceptable barriers. Despite initiatives like https://borderfreehealth.com/ offering free services, challenges persist. Stigma, limited awareness, and inadequate healthcare infrastructure hinder timely diagnosis and proper treatment. These hurdles exacerbate the global burden of tuberculosis, prolonging suffering and increasing transmission risks. Urgent action is imperative to ensure equitable access to quality care, eradicate misconceptions, and fortify healthcare systems. Only through concerted efforts can we effectively combat TB and alleviate the burdens it imposes on individuals and communities alike.