Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 26 September 2025
District-wide Tuberculosis (TB) clinics was recently conducted across all Primary Health Centres (PHCs), Community Health Centres (CHCs), and the District Hospital (DH) in Nicobar District, aiming to monitor patient health and promote treatment adherence.
Under the supervision of District Tuberculosis Officer (DTO) Dr. Anwar Moosa, Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the clinic in Car Nicobar covered the District Hospital, all Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs), and Sub-Centres (SCs). In Nancowrie and Campbell Bay Blocks, the TB clinic was held at the respective CHCs and PHCs.
A total of 44 TB patients currently undergoing treatment in the district were clinically examined by medical officers, staff of the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), and personnel from AAMs. At Car Nicobar, patients under each facility’s jurisdiction were assessed for weight gain, progress on treatment cards, and any side effects. The medical team also provided counselling on treatment adherence and emphasized the importance of a healthy and nutritious diet to support recovery and achieve a TB-free district.
Patients were guided on the use of financial support available under the Nikshay Poshan Yojana for purchasing nutritious locally available food during treatment. Additionally, they were advised on the harmful effects of alcohol consumption during therapy and urged to avoid it entirely to ensure effective treatment.
