Statewide TB awareness drive from June 1
Dr Prabhakar Tiwari, Chief Medical and Health Officer of Bhopal, announced that camps would operate at transport hubs, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, health centres, factories, construction sites, and industrial areas to ensure comprehensive coverage of working-class communities.
The initiative focuses on screening, investigating, and treating high-risk patients, following the previous 100-day Nikshay camps held in 23 priority districts from December 7 to March 25, 2025.
The campaign specifically addresses diabetics, the malnourished, smokers, alcohol users, former TB patients, contacts and HIV-positive individuals, utilising NAAT and X-ray for diagnosis.
The campaign involves collaboration with local bodies, self-help groups, and various health committees. It aims to identify new Nikshay Mitras and TB Champions, whilst conducting awareness programmes through religious leaders, cultural activities, and school events. The initiative includes "Ni-Kshay Saptah" activities across government departments.
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