Health
National Tuberculosis Awareness Event in Kingston
Jamaica holds World Tuberculosis Day activities in Kingston to promote TB education, testing, and stigma reduction across the island.
On March 26, 2026, Jamaica commemorated World Tuberculosis Day with a health outreach event in Kingston organized by the Ministry of Health and Wellness. The event focused on raising awareness about tuberculosis, encouraging early diagnosis and treatment adherence, and reducing stigma associated with the disease. Participants included health professionals, community leaders, and patients sharing personal stories to humanize the TB experience. Educational booths provided free TB screening information, vaccination guidance, and referrals to local health centers. The Ministry emphasized that TB remains a public health concern and reiterated its commitment to expanding access to care and strengthening surveillance nationwide.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Kingston, Jamaica
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 10:07 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 10:07 UTC
- Source
- Jamaica Information Service
- Connected threats
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