13004 TB cases diagnosed in Balochistan, says Manager TB Control program.

QUETTA -- Manager TB Control Program Balochistan, Dr Asif Shahwani said on Monday that with the support of the Global Fund, it has become easier for patients with medicines and other medical equipment.

'Last year TB Control Program Balochistan diagnosed 13004 TB cases which is the highest number of previous years. This diagnosis would not have been possible without the help of Global Fund'.

He said this during his visit to Fatima Jinnah Institute of Chest Disease flanked by Global Fund head Azsakin Guaya.

CEO Fatima Jinnah Institute of Chest Hospital Professor Dr. Shireen Khan, MS Dr. Tahira Kamal Baloch, Project Manager TB Control Program Dr. Irfan Raisani, were also present.

The delegation inspected various departments including Provincial Reference Lab, PMDT Site and Dot Center.

Dr. Asif Shahwani, Manager TB Control Program Balochistan, on the occasion said that all available resources are being used for the diagnosis and treatment of TB in Balochistan, thanks to the...