Impact of Tuberculosis in Adolescents in the Current Public Health Context

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide, affecting millions of people annually. Despite advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, TB continues to be a major public health challenge. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a recent increase on the new cases incidence, especially in resource-limited areas and among vulnerable populations, including adolescents. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this issue by disrupting access to healthcare services, interrupting essential drug supply chains, and causing delays in the diagnosis and treatment of many TB patients,