• India has a TB prevalence of 312/ lakh population as per the National TB Prevalence Survey 2019-2021, while as per the global TB report, the prevalence is 196/ lakh population.

• To achieve the following targets, the TN government took a step forward and launched the walk-in-stop centers.

• The targets for elimination are as follows:

1. 90% reduction in TB deaths.

2. 80% reduction in TB incidence by 2030

• Walk-in Stop TB centers will be situated in each block.

• The Block Medical Officer will operationalize the center under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Medical and Health Services.

• The center will perform the following functions:

1. Microscopy and/or NAAT, with results to be provided within 24 hours and 48 hours of testing, respectively.

2. Transportation of samples to the walk-in center from all Primary Health Centers.

3. Appropriate linkage with Community Health Centers for Chest X-rays.

4. Treatment initiation within 24 hours of diagnosis.

5. Screening for comorbidities.

6. Screening and provision of TB Preventive therapy for close contacts.

7. Ensure Registration, Direct Benefit transfers, etc. through the Nikshay Portal.

8. Offer nutritional support through NGOs, CSR funds, etc.

• The state aims for the effective implementation of the above model towards TB elimination.

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