China’s Health Authorities Report Major Progress Against Tuberculosis
China has cut tuberculosis (TB) cases and deaths by nearly a third since 2012, marking a major win in public health 🌏. Officials announced Thursday that TB incidence fell at double the global average rate, with over 90% of patients successfully treated!
How Did They Do It?
Liu Qing, a public health leader, credited nationwide strategies like aggressive screenings, standardized treatments, and financial aid for patients. 💡 "Our next goal? The 2024-2030 TB Plan aims to deepen collaboration across healthcare tiers," Liu said.
Global TB Crisis Contrasts with China’s Gains
The announcement follows World Tuberculosis Day on March 24 📅. While China celebrates progress, the WHO’s 2024 report warns TB remains a top global killer, with 10.8 million new cases and shrinking funding. Global TB budgets dropped by $1.1B since 2019 😰.
Could China’s model inspire others? With mortality rates kept low and screenings expanding, the world may take notes 📘.
