Tuberculosis

When it comes to TB, many misconceptions remain. The most important are that only HIV-infected individuals can get it, and that it only affects the poor. But simply by smoking or by not eating healthy foods, you are increasing your risk.

Take action:
Try to limit contact with individuals who have active disease and who are not on treatment; make sure that all your kids have been vaccinated; if a domestic worker has TB, ensure that she/he is treated properly, that children younger than five years who have been in contact with the diseased individual receives a skin test to detect possible infection, and that all other contacts are monitored for suggestive symptoms; reduce your chances of ever developing TB by adopting a healthy lifestyle – stop smoking, cut excessive alcohol intake, manage your stress, exercise daily and follow a well-balanced diet.

Read more: Ways to quit smoking

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