Jambi City Prevents Tuberculosis: Public Education Campaign
- Jambi City, Indonesia - December 15, 2023 - The Jambi City government is reinforcing its commitment to preventing and controlling tuberculosis (TB) through the implementation of Jambi City...
- According to Jambi Deputy Mayor Diza hazra Aljosha, TB spreads through airborne droplets released when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
- Perwal Number 32 of 2025 outlines the Regional Action Plan (RAD) for Tuberculosis Management in Jambi City from 2025 to 2030.
Jambi City Bolsters Tuberculosis Control with New Regulation
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Jambi City, Indonesia – December 15, 2023 – The Jambi City government is reinforcing its commitment to preventing and controlling tuberculosis (TB) through the implementation of Jambi City Mayor Regulation (Perwal) Number 32 of 2025.
Understanding TB Transmission
According to Jambi Deputy Mayor Diza hazra Aljosha, TB spreads through airborne droplets released when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Infection occurs when someone inhales air containing these infectious droplets. aljosha shared this details during a socialization event for the Perwal held at the Bappeda Hall in Kota Baru, Jambi, on Monday.
Perwal 32/2025: A Roadmap for TB Management
Perwal Number 32 of 2025 outlines the Regional Action Plan (RAD) for Tuberculosis Management in Jambi City from 2025 to 2030. This regulation serves as a guide for TB prevention and control efforts, aligning with the national goal of eliminating TB by 2030. The plan emphasizes collaboration across different sectors, improved access to diagnosis and treatment, and active community participation.
Shifting Focus to Prevention
Diza Hazra Aljosha stated that Jambi City is transitioning its TB control strategy from primarily curative and rehabilitative services to a greater emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention programs. This proactive approach aims to improve public health outcomes and reduce the incidence of TB.
Key Performance Indicators
the RAD sets specific targets for TB control, including:
- 90% coverage of TB case finding
- 95% TB patient enrollment in treatment
- 90% success rate of TB treatment
- 72% coverage of TB Prevention Therapy for household contacts
Alignment with National Strategy
Jambi City’s TB control efforts are aligned with the strategy established by the Indonesian Ministry of Health. This includes strengthening leadership of the TB control program, increasing access to high-quality Find and Treat Tuberculosis (TOSS-TBC) services, controlling risk factors, fostering partnerships through TB coordination forums, increasing community involvement, and strengthening the health system.