Greece is facing a significant surge in tuberculosis cases, with new data showing a fivefold increase across the country. The alarming trend has prompted renewed attention from public health experts working to combat the disease.
Professor Katerina Manika, a leading pulmonologist and tuberculosis specialist, emphasized the human dimension of the crisis. 'Tuberculosis patients are people without a voice,' she stated, highlighting the vulnerability of those affected. 'We work to be their voice.' Health advocates and medical professionals are intensifying efforts to support patients and increase awareness about prevention and treatment options.