US, PH announce P1.15B partnership to fight tuberculosis

THE United States government, through the US Agency for International Development , and the Philippines’ Department of Health , announced P1.15 billion in additional funding to combat the persistent threat of tuberculosis in the Philippines.With more than 737,000 estimated new TB cases in 2022, the Philippines has one of the highest burdens of TB in the world, according to the World Health Organization.

Combating tuberculosis demands a unified effort from the entire society, including civil society, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations. We are proud to partner with the Philippines to combat TB,” USAid Deputy Administrator Adams-Allen said.“The Department of Health stands firm in its dedication. To this end, we are pledging the government's matching amount of around $11 million to strengthen primary healthcare services, enhance capacities, and fortify infrastructure.

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