India's TB Elimination Efforts Recognized at the World Health Assembly in Geneva

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Category : Miscellaneous Published on: June 26 2024

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The Truenat rapid molecular diagnostic test for TB was recognized at the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva for its significant contribution to TB diagnostics.
Truenat delivers test results in under an hour and is a portable device, making it essential for use in India's National TB Elimination Programme, especially in primary health centres and private laboratories.
The World Health Assembly commended India's innovative approach to TB elimination, highlighting the crucial role of diagnostic tools like Truenat in the global fight against tuberculosis.

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India's TB Elimination Efforts Recognized at the World Health Assembly in Geneva