Busan City Launches Relay Campaign for Tuberculosis Prevention Public Awareness

16 District and County Public Health Centers and Korean Tuberculosis Association Participate

Held in Relay Format, Leaflets and Promotional Materials Distributed

Busan City is conducting the "Tuberculosis Prevention Public Awareness Relay Campaign" in observance of the 14th Tuberculosis Prevention Day (March 24) and Tuberculosis Prevention Week (March 18?24).

Tuberculosis Prevention Promotion.

This campaign was organized to promote tuberculosis prevention rules such as proper coughing etiquette and to raise awareness about the importance of tuberculosis prevention and management. The city, 16 district and county health centers, and the Busan branch of the Korean Tuberculosis Association are participating together.

The campaign distributed leaflets and promotional materials containing tuberculosis prevention guidelines and the message that "if coughing lasts more than 2 weeks, a tuberculosis test is necessary," and is being held sequentially in a relay format across various areas in the city.

▲ On March 18, the campaign took place near Geumgok Jugong Apartments in Buk-gu ▲ On the morning of March 19, at Gimhae Airport and the Gimhae Airport Station of the light rail, and in the afternoon at Biff Square and Gwangbok-ro in Gwangbok-dong.

▲ On March 20, at Busan Station Square ▲ On March 21, at Busan City Hall Station of the urban railway ▲ On March 22, at Kyungsung University and Pukyong National University urban railway stations ▲ On March 25, at Haeundae Beach, the campaign is scheduled to be held.

In particular, during the campaign on March 18, in collaboration with the Busan branch of the Korean Tuberculosis Association, a screening vehicle was stationed at the campaign site, and a mobile tuberculosis screening was held to provide free tuberculosis testing and professional counseling.

Although the incidence rate of tuberculosis in Korea is on a declining trend, it remains relatively high among the 38 OECD countries, necessitating continuous attention and efforts for tuberculosis prevention.

Tuberculosis is a respiratory infectious disease that can spread bacteria, so if coughing persists for more than 2 weeks, a tuberculosis test should be conducted.

It can be diagnosed through chest X-rays and sputum tests, and if suspected, free testing is available by visiting a health center.

Lee Sora, Director of the City’s Citizen Health Bureau, stated, “It is crucial to observe proper coughing etiquette regularly and promptly undergo tuberculosis testing if coughing lasts more than 2 weeks. Creating social interest and an atmosphere for tuberculosis prevention is more important than anything else.” She added, “We hope this campaign serves as an opportunity for citizens to recognize the importance of tuberculosis prevention and management.”

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