FERNANDEZ, LYNN PATRICE C.

BSN 3 - Y1 - 17

1. The Philippines is one of the Western Pacific Region countries with one of the highest
tuberculosis (TB) burdens. MDR-TB cases are on the rise, necessitating a
comprehensive approach to the issue. Important solutions include a more robust
healthcare infrastructure, improved public awareness, patient-centered care,
technological utilization, and international cooperation. By increasing funding for TB
projects, enhancing laboratory facilities, and teaching healthcare personnel in the most
modern TB management techniques, early identification and treatment can be
enhanced. Setting up support groups and counseling services may also help patients get
through treatment barriers. Other cutting-edge technology such as mobile applications
can also be helpful. By solving these problems, the Philippines can significantly reduce
the burden of TB and improve the lives of its citizens.

I see the TB environment in the Philippines drastically changed in five years, with lower
incidence rates, better diagnosis and treatment, less stigma, a more robust healthcare system,
and continued research and innovation. Together, we can drastically lower the number of TB
cases and lessen the suffering brought on by this ongoing health issue in the Philippines. We
can endeavor to eradicate TB in the Philippines by educating people, ensuring accessible
healthcare, offering supportive care, and partnering with national and international
organizations.

2. A complex medical illness, MDR TB has several underlying causes. Governments,

medical professionals, patients, society, and international cooperation must all contribute
to the solution of this problem. Governments should support healthcare infrastructure,
increase public awareness, and support the advancement of medical research.

ESSAY

The Philippines is one of the Western Pacific Region countries with one of the highest
tuberculosis (TB) burdens. MDR-TB cases are on the rise, necessitating a comprehensive
approach to the issue. Important solutions include a more robust healthcare infrastructure,
improved public awareness, patient-centered care, technological utilization, and international
cooperation. By increasing funding for TB projects, enhancing laboratory facilities, and teaching
healthcare personnel in the most modern TB management techniques, early identification and
treatment can be enhanced. Setting up support groups and counseling services may also help
patients get through treatment barriers. Other cutting-edge technology such as mobile
applications can also be helpful. By solving these problems, the Philippines can significantly
reduce the burden of TB and improve the lives of its citizens.