It's Possible to End TB With Coordinated Efforts - JOSEF

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By Lucky Isibor 


The Chief Responsibility Officer of Josie Maria Escriva Foundation (JOSEF), an Ekpoma based civil society organisation, Dr. Jude Obasanmi has said that Tuberculousis is preventable, noting that the infection is not a death sentence pointing out that early detection of the ailment will go a long way in assisting the patients to survive.
Obasanmi who stated this during the foundation's activities marking the 2023 Tuberculosis Day held at Ekpoma main market and Emuhi community in Ekpoma, appealed to residents to ensure that they regularly observe changes in their bodies particularly if they are experiencing prolonged coughing, high temperature and chest pains amongst others, for a period of two weeks, admonishing such individuals to visit the nearest health centre for necessary tests.

While commending the Liason Officer, Esan West Local Government Area Council, Hon. Friday for collaborating with the foundation over the years, Obasanmi lamented that the harsh economic situation in the country has made it difficult for people to prevent avoidable sickness. 
Speaking during the two-day activities held between 24th and 25th March, the Supervisor, Tuberculosis and Leprosy at Esan West Local Government Council,  Mrs. Christiana Aigbe educated the people on the causes and prevention of Tuberculosis, noting that it was not a death sentence but early detection of the infection will go a long way in saving lives. 

On her part, the Health Educator, Esan West Local Government Council, Mrs Akioya Barbara Omon, spoke on the  essence of good personal hygiene and regular checkups. She admonished the people not to allow their body systems collapse before seeking help. 

Other participants at the 2 days events were, Mr. Anelu Festus, Programme Officer, JOSEF, Mr Williams Okhueleigbe, Monitoringand Evaluation Officer M&E, JOSEF and Linkage Coordinator, Esan West Local Government Council Mr Francis Ereman. There were health talks, sensitization and awareness creation on causes, prevention and treatment of TB. Hand flyers were also distributed to the elders, market men and women.

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