World TB Day is celebrated every year on 24 March. Awareness can be spread among people for TB disease around the world and efforts to eliminate global TB epidemic can be carried forward, so World TB Day is celebrated. This is the day of 1882 when Dr. Robert Coach announced the discovery of mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is a bacterium that causes TB. This success was an important step in diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Let me tell you that TB is a serious infectious disease, which causes millions of people to die every year. Keep in mind that identify this disease at the right time, this disease can be cured completely. Let us tell you the history, importance and theme of World TB Day 2025.
History of World TB Day
World TB Day is celebrated every year from 1982 on 24 March. Celebrating this day was started by the World Health Organization (WHO). This is the day of 1882 when Dr. Robert Coach announced the discovery of mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is a bacterium that causes TB. The bacteria discovered by the coach (mycobacterium tuberculosis) are celebrated in the anniversary.
Importance of World TB Day
The objective behind celebrating World TB Day is to inform common people about symptoms, causes and methods of prevention. According to reports, more than 7 crore people have been saved from the global efforts to eliminate TB since 2000.
What is the theme of this time
This year the theme of World TB Day 2025 is ‘We can abolish TB: committed, investment, salvation’. The purpose of this theme is to give a message around the world that it is possible to eradicate TB with collective efforts and awareness. Apart from this, in the year 2024, the theme of World TB Day “Yes! We can end tb!
Symptoms of TB Disease
– Sweating and fever at night.
– There is considerable reduction in weight and loss of appetite.
– Constant fatigue and weakness.
– Difficult to breathe and chest pain.
– Blood or mucus with frequent cough.
– Pain in joints without any reason.
– Swelling in lymph nodes (lumps).
– Blood in urine due to kidney or bladder infection.
Disclaimer: The suggestions of this article are for general information. Do not take these suggestions and information as the advice of any doctor or medical professional. In the event of symptoms of any disease, please consult a doctor.
