The Government of India has implemented the National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP), formerly known as the Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program (RNTCP), to tackle TB. Key strategies include:
Active Case Finding: Proactive screening of high-risk populations to identify and treat TB cases early. Directly Observed Treatment, Short-course (DOTS): Ensuring patients adhere to their treatment regimen through supervised medication intake. Multidrug-Resistant TB (MDR-TB) Management: Specialized treatment protocols for drug-resistant TB cases. Public-Private Partnership (PPP): Collaboration with private healthcare providers to enhance TB detection and treatment. Awareness Campaigns: Educating the public about TB symptoms, transmission, and the importance of completing treatment.
