In India, where respect for elders is deeply rooted in our culture, there’s one silent threat that too often goes unnoticed among them — Tuberculosis (TB). While most public awareness around TB focuses on the young or working population, an alarming truth is emerging: older adults are becoming increasingly vulnerable to TB, and their diagnosis […]
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Pregnancy is supposed to be a time of hope, not fear. Yet, for many women in India, an unexpected health challenge often shadows this special phase — Tuberculosis (TB). While TB is a curable disease, it poses unique dangers when it affects expecting mothers. Left undiagnosed or untreated, TB during pregnancy can lead to severe
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When two deadly infections team up, the result can be devastating. Tuberculosis (TB) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) — two of the world’s most serious infectious diseases — form a dangerous alliance that continues to challenge India’s healthcare system. Known as HIV–TB coinfection, this combination is responsible for higher rates of illness and death, especially
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When a parent or family member is diagnosed with Tuberculosis (TB), it’s not just the patient who feels anxious — children in the household often sense something is wrong too.But how do you explain TB to children without frightening them? How do you replace fear with understanding? The answer lies in honesty, empathy, and simplicity.
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Tuberculosis (TB) is often called a “silent disease” because it hides in plain sight. Its early signs can be so common — a cough, slight fever, or fatigue — that many people mistake them for a seasonal illness or ignore them altogether. But recognising TB symptoms early is the most powerful tool we have to
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