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Tuberculosis, leprosy sufferers told to seek treatment
Published on: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Published on: Wed, Jun 11, 2025
By: Mardinah Jikur Text Size: Muhammad, Faiz and others giving information about TB and leprosy at a supermarket. SANDAKAN: Deputy State Health Director Dr Muhammad Jikal said the public should remain vigilant against Tuberculosis (TB) and Leprosy while actively supporting prevention and eradication efforts in their communities. He said patients battling these diseases should not face social stigma but instead receive full support for recovery.
Advertisement He said this during a walkabout held in conjunction with the 2025 World TB and Leprosy Day Celebration at Harbour Mall, here, on Tuesday. Present were Sandakan District Health Officer, Dr Mohd Faiz Gahamat, among others. The event featured exhibitions on TB, Leprosy and public health, aiming to educate the public on causes, transmission, early symptoms, treatment and preventive measures. Dr Jikal said the programme seeks to increase public understanding of TB and Leprosy, encourage health screenings and early treatment to reduce transmission and complications, eliminate stigma and promote social support for affected individuals and strengthen community involvement in prevention through awareness campaigns and health education. The Sabah Health Department is also enhancing collaborations with government agencies, private sector, NGOs and the public to combat these diseases.
