Ahead of World TB Day on March 24, activists, public health experts, tuberculosis survivors, and individuals living with HIV have penned a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling for urgent action to address frequent shortages of anti-TB drugs.
The letter specifically highlights the shortage of drugs essential for treating drug-sensitive TB (DS-TB), expressing deep concern over India’s struggle with stock outs of critically required medications for TB patients.
With India bearing the highest burden of tuberculosis globally, the coalition emphasizes the pressing need for uninterrupted access to TB treatment to effectively combat the disease.
The plea to Prime Minister Modi underscores the importance of addressing the root causes of drug shortages and ensuring a sustainable supply chain for anti-TB medications to safeguard the health and well-being of TB patients across the country.
As the world observes World TB Day, the call for action from activists and health experts serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in the fight against tuberculosis and the critical role of government intervention in addressing them.
