Emphasising that it was committed to put an end to the menace of tuberculosis (TB) in the State by 2025, Haryana Government on Saturday announced special benefits for the TB patients.
Health Minster, Anil Vij, said to make the state TB-free, the government would provide nutritional support of Rs 500 per month during treatment to every notified TB patient w.e.f. April 1, this year through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). An incentive of Rs 1,000 would be given to private providers for managing TB patients on the notification till treatment outcome through DBT.
Besides, free services would be provided to TB patients in all government hospitals of Haryana, including sputum examination and X-Ray.
For this purpose, CBNAAT machines have been provided in all districts for more accurate and quick diagnosis.
In a united move to end TB with motto “TB Harega-Desh Jeetega”, Vij urged the people to come forward as leaders for making the world TB-free.