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Women and TB in India: A Story of Deprivation, Discrimination, and Debt
In India, the battle against Tuberculosis is particularly harsh for women, who face a combination of medical, social, and economic challenges throughout their treatment journey. Experts say that gender-based inequalities significantly worsen outcomes for women affected by the disease. Late Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis Women often encounter delays in diagnosis due to limited access to healthcare and a lack of awareness. Symptoms are frequently ignored or misdiagnosed, allowing t

Laxmi Galani
Mar 212 min read
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