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1,170 New Tuberculosis Cases Detected in Solan During Six‑Month Campaign
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 02:27 AM
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Health authorities in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district reported 1,170 new tuberculosis cases identified during a six‑month active case‑finding drive.
Health officials in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh announced that 1,170 new tuberculosis cases were uncovered during a six‑month detection campaign. The drive, which ran for half a year, focused on locating individuals with undiagnosed TB in the region. Identified patients are being linked to the national TB control programme for treatment and follow‑up. The figures underscore the ongoing challenge of TB in the state and the importance of sustained screening efforts.