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A COLLECTION OF ARTICLES, NEWS REPORTS, AND DOCUMENTS RELATED TO TB ELIMINATION EFFORTS IN INDONESIA
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PB IDI Allows Doctors to Enter the World of Politics, Positive or Negative?
The IDI chairman allowed doctors and organization administrators to join political parties. This is quite contrary to the contents of the doctor's oath which is supposed to be neutral, including not being influenced by the world of politics.
2 Lives Lose Every 5 Minutes, Beware of the TB Iceberg in Indonesia
The increasing number of TB cases found in Indonesia is certainly good news for all of us. However, on the other hand, it is feared that this success will only be the tip of the iceberg. The visible numbers are just a few of the countless cases that are still hidden out there.
Layoffs Strangle Workers Diagnosed with TB, Rules Are Only Sweet on Paper
Many people with TB are ostracized and become victims of Termination of Employment (PHK). Even though this practice violates Minister of Manpower Regulation No. 13 of 2022, it requires companies to provide dispensation for their employees to undergo treatment until the disease is declared no longer contagious, while at the same time paying their rights as workers.
If you have a history of TB, will the MCU automatically fail?
Tuberculosis (TB) survivors often worry that their medical history will affect the results of their medical check-up (MCU). Is it true that someone with a history of TB will automatically fail MCU even though they have been declared completely cured? The answer is no, even though the reality on the ground is not that smooth.
Jakarta's air worsens, threat of pulmonary TB lurks
Jakarta has once again been shrouded in air pollution that falls into the unhealthy category for the last few weeks. It was so bad that Jakarta had the title of city with the worst air quality in the world according to IQAir. This condition has become a matter of public concern, considering the large health impacts lurking on residents of the capital city.
STUDIES AND REPORTS SUPPORTING EVIDENCE-BASED TB CONTROL
POLICY RESEARCH
What is the purpose of this research?
To examine village fund utilization for TB programs and policy alignment.
Why was this conducted?
To strengthen village-level intervention strategies.
When was it conducted?
October – December 2021
What were the findings?
Limited awareness and lack of structured implementation.
What are the recommendations?
Improve coordination and strengthen policy frameworks.