JOSH team introduced in Thoothukudi to intensify TB awareness and prevention activities
Thoothukudi district has launched the JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) team to intensify tuberculosis awareness and prevention efforts as part of the TB-free India campaign. The initiative involves community-based surveys and door-to-door assessments supported by local volunteers and students.
Why it matters
Community-led health initiatives are critical for the national goal of eliminating tuberculosis by increasing early detection and public participation.
As part of the TB-free India campaign, the JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) team comprising youth and volunteers was introduced in Thoothukudi district to intensity awareness and preventive measures against tuberculosis (TB).
District Collector Vishu Mahajan introduced the team on Thursday and presented certificates of appreciation and shields to 75 village panchayats in the district that had been identified as TB-free.
Speaking on the occasion, the Collector said that the Central Tuberculosis Division in collaboration with MY Bharat is conducting a nationwide community-based survey across 55 districts to assess awareness about tuberculosis under the TB-Free India campaign.
Pointing out that Thoothukudi, Tiruchi, Cuddalore, Dharmapuri and Theni districts have been selected for the initiative from Tamil Nadu, he noted that in the selected villages in these districts various community level activities will be carried out with the support of MY Bharat and NCC Students.
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