For the fourth year in a row, Ukraine remains on the frontlines of both a devastating war and a critical health battle. As the country defends its independence, it is also fighting for the health and well-being of its people. Despite relentless missile strikes, drone attacks, and the destruction of vital infrastructure, the fight against tuberculosis (TB) has not stopped.
Through close cooperation between the government, civil society organizations, and international partners, Ukraine has managed to maintain access to life-saving TB treatment, strengthen medical and psychosocial support for patients, and implement innovative approaches to TB detection—even in hard-to-reach, frontline areas.
This World Tuberculosis Day, we are proud to present a special statement highlighting Ukraine’s continued efforts to combat TB during wartime. The statement reflects key achievements, challenges, and innovative solutions that ensure no one is left behind in the fight against this deadly disease.
We stand united with all those who continue to work tirelessly to save lives and prove that even in the darkest of times, TB is curable. Together, we remain committed to detecting every case, providing timely treatment, and overcoming tuberculosis once and for all.
How the situation with TB detection and prevention has changed, what results the mobile medical services have demonstrated, and why medical, psychological, and social support is becoming a crucial factor in overcoming this disease.