What steps has the Health Minister taken to address tuberculosis in India

Explore the initiatives launched by the Health Minister to reduce TB incidence and mortality in the country.

Implementation of the National Strategic Plan to end TB by 2025, focusing on early detection and treatment.
Scaling up of TB diagnostic facilities and treatment services across the country.
Introduction of newer and more effective drugs for drug-resistant TB cases.
Strengthening of TB surveillance systems to improve monitoring and evaluation of TB cases.
Launch of campaigns to raise awareness about TB, its symptoms, and the importance of completing treatment.
Collaboration with various stakeholders, including NGOs and international organizations, to enhance TB control efforts.

These initiatives aim to reduce TB incidence and mortality rates in India and improve the overall health outcomes of the population.

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