Every year on March 24, the world stops to recognize diseases that have interfered with humanity for centuries – tuberculosis (TB). This date marks the discovery of the bacteria that causes TB by Dr. Robert Koch in 1882, a breakthrough that opened the way for diagnosis and treatment. However, regardless of medical progress, TB remains a global health challenge, affecting millions of people and claiming many lives.
Tuberculosis is often called “silent killer” because it spreads in the air, attacking the lungs and, in some cases, other organs. That does not discriminate – it can infect anyone, anywhere. While TB can be cured with proper care, many are still suffering due to delayed diagnosis, inadequate access to health care, and strain that is resistant to drugs.
