TB mortality increased, case detection dropped due to Covid-19 impact: KJ

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However, M'sia will ensure progress made in TB care is not reversed.

Tuberculosis mortality in Malaysia increased by five percent and case detection decreased by 10 percent last year compared to 2019, due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, said Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.Unlocking ArticleMillions depend on Malaysiakini for the truth. Millions depend on Malaysiakini for quality journalism. Millions depend on Malaysiakini to stand in honour of integrity and justice.

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