India’s TB Crisis: Nutritional Support and Policy Changes
India faces a significant tuberculosis (TB) crisis, with 3 million new cases and 300,000 deaths annually. The government has increased financial support under the Nikshay Poshan Yojana, now offering ₹1,000 per month and a one-time ₹3,000 payment upon diagnosis. Nutritional support is essential, as undernutrition worsens TB outcomes. Social factors like overcrowding and poverty also fuel the epidemic. Studies, such as the RATIONS trial, show that food baskets reduce TB deaths. Recommendations for improvement include dedicated resources, culturally appropriate counselling, and redesigning support programmes to reach vulnerable populations.
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