He said the first step is detecting and treating as many cases of tuberculosis as possible. The second step is finding an early cure for latent tuberculosis cases, who are at risk of getting tuberculosis.

Nhung said the National Anti-Tuberculosis Program will support anyone suspected of having or showing symptoms of tuberculosis infection. Individuals with no health insurance card will be subsidized by the Tuberculosis Victims Support Fund (PASTB) to buy a Health Insurance card.