Urvashi Singh

Urvashi Singh, Deputy Director General (TB) at the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, leads a discussion on India's battle with tuberculosis. They dive into staggering statistics, revealing 24 lakh cases last year, and tackle the need for better diagnostics and treatment strategies. The panel highlights the stigma surrounding TB, the importance of treatment adherence, and innovative healthcare solutions. They also discuss the imbalance in research funding between TB and other diseases, urging for more investment in this critical area.