Windhoek — Some tuberculosis (TB) patients tend to default on taking their medication as a result of stigma and discrimination.
A Penduka TB field supervisor on Wednesday said some of the patients stop taking their medication for fear of discrimination as the disease is linked to HIV/AIDS.
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