31% of TB patients remain undiagnosed: Health experts

The Business Standard
Jun 04, 2024

31% of TB patients remain undiagnosed: Health experts


According to the World Health Organization, 31% of TB patients in Bangladesh remain undiagnosed due to a lack of reporting to the government

Health experts have emphasised the need for stronger coordination between public and private healthcare sectors (Public-Private Mix, PPM) to address challenges in the fight against tuberculosis (TB).

At an event on strengthening TB Public-Private Mix for enhanced policy at icddr,b in Mohakhali, they said according to the World Health Organization, 31% of TB patients in Bangladesh remain undiagnosed due to a lack of reporting to the government.

The event, co-hosted by icddr,b, the National Tuberculosis Control Programme (NTBCP), and The Stop TB Partnership, brought together key stakeholders to discuss challenges facing the PPM approach and identify solutions.