TB is one of the most formidable challenges to healthcare in Uganda and needs to be tackled on multiple fronts. Monumental efforts have been undertaken by the government since 2000 to eradicate this pandemic through large-scale TB elimination campaigns – however, satisfactory success continues to elude us.
Today (March 24), is designed to build public awareness about the global epidemic of tuberculosis (TB) and efforts to eliminate the disease. Tuberculosis is easily curable, but it can lie dormant and undetected for years, so it’s important to spread awareness.
Watch DR. JONATHAN MAYITO, a TB specialist and THRiVE PhD offer insights into the disease and the need for the hour if Uganda is to be TB-free by 2025.