Luanda: Health authorities in Uge Province appealed this Tuesday for the reinforcement of continuous monitoring and preventive measures against tuberculosis, due to the increasing trend of cases of the disease in the region. On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day, celebrated this Tuesday (24), the clinical director of the Uge Sanatorium Hospital, Nyunge Kongolo, expressed concern about the high number of people affected by tuberculosis.
According to Angola Press News Agency, to curb the growing trend of cases of the disease, Kongolo emphasized the importance of continuous monitoring and compliance with preventive measures. She noted that patients diagnosed with tuberculosis come from various municipalities in the province.
In addition, Nsabula Kiladissa, the supervisor of the Tuberculosis Control Program in Maquela do Zombo, highlighted the necessity of medical follow-up, adherence to treatment, and family support following a tuberculosis diagnosis.
Tuberculosis, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affects the lungs but can also impact other organs. Transmission occurs through the air via coughing, sneezing, or talking. While the disease is curable, treatment is a lengthy but essential process. World Tuberculosis Day, observed on March 24th each year, aims to raise public awareness about the global tuberculosis epidemic and efforts to combat the disease.