Impact of Tuberculosis in Adolescents in the Current Public Health Context
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https://doi.org/10.52692/1857-0011.2024.2-79.39Keywords:
tuberculosis, adolescents, morbidityAbstract
Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide, affecting millions of people annually. Despite advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, TB continues to be a major public health challenge. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a recent increase on the new cases incidence, especially in resource-limited areas and among vulnerable populations, including adolescents. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this issue by disrupting access to healthcare services, interrupting essential drug supply chains, and causing delays in the diagnosis and treatment of many TB patients,
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