Ketuk Pintu Service Is Effective to Suppress Tuberculosis
Reported by Aldi Geri Lumban Tobing | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
Jakarta Acting Governor, Sumarsono assessed, the Ketuk Pintu Layani Dengan Hati (Knock on doors, serve with heart) program is effective to suppress the number of cases of tuberculosis (TB) in Jakarta. Through direct approach toward the family, the disease can be detected early.
The quick disease findings could soon be treated quickly
"The quick disease findings could soon be treated quickly. Through direct service, they (people) will be happy to be served," he expressed, when he attended the 2017 World Tuberculosis Day (HTBS) at City Hall, Saturday (4/1).
N. Jakarta Health Sub-dept. Opens Tuberculosis Check UpHe also asks Jakartans to maintain healthy lifestyle and environmental hygiene. It is to reduce the risk of contracting such disease.
"The cause of the disease is due to factor of environment," he stated.
The event is also attended by Health Minister, Nila F Moeloek.
