Tuberculosis still a major concern in Bhutan


Tuberculosis (TB) cases have been steadily rising in Bhutan over the past five years, making it a major public health concern.

In 2024, Bhutan recorded 920 cases, including 66 cases of drug-resistant TB (MDR-TB), with 36 fatalities.

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