Tuberculosis-free panchayats in Kollam felicitated
The Kollam district in Kerala held an award ceremony to recognize local panchayats for their successful efforts in tuberculosis eradication. Officials emphasized the importance of continued vigilance and collective action in public health.
Why it matters
The initiative highlights successful community-based public health interventions in the fight against infectious diseases.
The Health department’s efforts in tuberculosis eradication are exemplary, Labour Minister Bindhu Krishna said on Sunday while inaugurating the ‘TB-mukt panchayat’ award distribution ceremony in Kollam district. The Minister said coordinated efforts of the Health department, local self-government institutions, and various Central and State agencies have yielded significant results in making the region tuberculosis-free.
She added that in a context where new viruses, infectious diseases, and social challenges such as drug abuse are emerging, the healthcare system and society must exercise greater vigilance, and the collective action of the government, health workers, and the public is essential to face such challenges.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in