World Tuberculosis Day 2024 (US): The World Health Organization established World Tuberculosis Day to increase awareness and knowledge of tuberculosis, an infectious disease that claims the lives of millions annually. Despite being readily curable, tuberculosis can remain dormant and undetected for years; therefore, raising awareness is vital. On March 24, the World Health Organization designates that date as World Tuberculosis Day in remembrance of the discovery of the disease-causing bacterium, TB bacillus, by Dr. Robert Koch.
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World Tuberculosis Day 2024 (US) Activities
Take a test
Constantly, disease prevention begins with oneself. Testing for tuberculosis is straightforward and is occasionally mandatory for employment or travel purposes. Maintaining a record of it in your medical records rather than in your lungs is always preferable.
Raise awareness
Many individuals with tuberculosis are unaware of their condition. Years may pass while latent tuberculosis remains dormant and produces no symptoms. It is crucial, therefore, to educate the public on how to obtain testing and treatment. Preventing a disease is preferable to treating it.
Donate or volunteer
Internationally, activities are organized to generate funds and promote awareness on World Tuberculosis Day. If you are unable to locate one, create one on your own. Numerous organizations whose mission is to eradicate tuberculosis are perpetually in need of donations and volunteers.
WORLD TUBERCULOSIS DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | March 24 | Sunday |
| 2025 | March 24 | Monday |
| 2026 | March 24 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | March 24 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | March 24 | Friday |
