Affected communities must remain central to TB responses
"I urge the government to include the people who have survived TB because they have the firsthand experience of it, they know where the problem or barrier is. We need to bridge the gap between 'felt need' and real need of the people," said Binika Shrestha.
It was long after finishing her TB treatment that Binika gathered courage to disclose her experience and to contribute actively towards ending TB. "It took immense courage for me to openly acknowledge my past battle with this disease. The journey from pain to strength has been a profound and transformative experience for me. I am determined to advocate for the inclusion of TB survivors' voices at the decision-making level. I firmly believe that their perspectives and experiences are invaluable in shaping policies and strategies to combat TB effectively. By working towards inclusiveness, I aspire to create a society where TB survivors are not only heard but also actively involved in shaping a healthier future for all."
Shobha Shukla, Kalpana Acharya
(Shobha Shukla is the Managing Editor of CNS (Citizen News Service), Kalpana Acharya is Editor-in-Chief of Health TV Online Nepal, and both are Board members of Global AMR Media Alliance (GAMA) and Asia Pacific Media Alliance for Health and Development (APCAT Media). Follow them on Twitter: @Shobha1Shukla, @KalpanaAcharya1)
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"I urge the government to include the people who have survived TB because they have the firsthand experience of it, they know where the problem or barrier is. We need to bridge the gap between 'felt need' and real need of the people," said Binika Shrestha.
It was long after finishing her TB treatment that Binika gathered courage to disclose her experience and to contribute actively towards ending TB. "It took immense courage for me to openly acknowledge my past battle with this disease. The journey from pain to strength has been a profound and transformative experience for me. I am determined to advocate for the inclusion of TB survivors' voices at the decision-making level. I firmly believe that their perspectives and experiences are invaluable in shaping policies and strategies to combat TB effectively. By working towards inclusiveness, I aspire to create a society where TB survivors are not only heard but also actively involved in shaping a healthier future for all."
Shobha Shukla, Kalpana Acharya
(Shobha Shukla is the Managing Editor of CNS (Citizen News Service), Kalpana Acharya is Editor-in-Chief of Health TV Online Nepal, and both are Board members of Global AMR Media Alliance (GAMA) and Asia Pacific Media Alliance for Health and Development (APCAT Media). Follow them on Twitter: @Shobha1Shukla, @KalpanaAcharya1)
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