Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
3. TB even today remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Deliberate upon the national and global efforts to eliminate the disease by 2035. (250 words)
Reference: who.int
Why this question:
World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is observed on March 24 to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of TB, and to step up efforts to end the global TB epidemic. Thus the question.
Key demand of the question:
One must discuss the national and global efforts to eliminate TB by 2035.
Directive:
Deliberate – Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any flaws and counter- arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far you agree with the original proposition.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Briefly discuss what TB is. Present some key facts such as TB remains the world’s deadliest infectious killer. Each day, over 4000 people lose their lives to TB and close to 30,000 people fall ill with this preventable and curable disease.
Body:
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a joint initiative “Find. Treat. All. #EndTB” with the Global Fund and Stop TB Partnership, with the aim of accelerating the TB response and ensuring access to care, in line with WHO’s overall drive towards Universal Health Coverage.
Discuss in detail the initiatives taken by the govt.
Conclusion:
Conclude with way forward.