Mozambique: Over Eight Thousand Children Show Signs of Tuberculosis

Maputo — More than 300,000 children between the age of six months and five years old were screened for tuberculosis during Mozambique's National Health Week which ended on 29 July. According to figures released by the Ministry of Health on Tuesday, over eight thousand children presented signs of tuberculosis.

The Deputy National Director of Public Health, Quinhas Fernandes, told reporters that some of the children had direct contact with patients with tuberculosis and have been referred to health units where a more accurate diagnosis can be carried out.

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