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End TB by 2030, WHO urges Phl
The Department of Health (DOH) is concerned about the persistently high number of tuberculosis (TB) cases in the Philippines, highlighting the ongoing need for intensified prevention, early detection, and treatment.
In 2024, the Philippines recorded 546,452 TB cases, a slight decrease from the previous year, but the country remains far from eliminating TB.
Approximately 70 Filipinos died daily from TB in 2023, according to the DOH.
The Philippines is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Tuberculosis Report 2024 as one of the top five countries contributing significantly to the global TB burden.
On World Tuberculosis Day, the WHO called on the Philippine government to invest in and deliver on commitments to end the infectious disease by 2030.
WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific, Dr. Saia Ma'u Piukala, urged for decisive action to ensure every person at risk gets timely, high-quality diagnosis and care.
Strengthening TB screening integration into routine health services is crucial for early detection and continuity of care, especially in underserved areas.
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