Parliamentary Committee Chair Highlights Need for TB Control Technology in Nepal
Summary
Dr. Ojaswi Sherchan has called for modern technology and immediate screening to control Nepal’s hidden tuberculosis epidemic, saying many cases remain undetected in society. She raised the issue after attending a regional health and finance committee meeting in Bali where advanced diagnostic tools for TB were discussed.
Key Points
- Dr. Ojaswi Sherchan says Nepal needs rapid screening and advanced diagnostic equipment to control the hidden tuberculosis epidemic.
- She said official hospital data misses many TB patients, allowing the disease to spread undetected in society.
- The Bali meeting discussed AI-powered chest X-rays and NearPOCIT for screening high-risk communities.
- She also met Indonesian officials and parliamentarians to discuss health policy, TB control, and women’s leadership.
