The news article discusses the connection between Climate change and the tuberculosis (TB) crisis. It highlights that countries with a high burden of TB cases, such as China, Brazil, India, Malawi, and Mozambique, are also facing climate-related disasters. Displacement and malnutrition caused by climate change exacerbate the risk factors for TB. The article emphasizes that while climate change is a major topic at global forums, the TB pandemic remains largely ignored. The COVID-19 pandemic further disrupted TB funding and care, resulting in increased TB deaths. The article calls for increased funding and resources to fight TB and mitigate its impact during the climate change crisis.
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