The Ministry of Health announced on May 5 that more than 7,000 tuberculosis screenings were conducted in the La Libertad region between January and April. The screenings are part of an intensive campaign to strengthen early detection of tuberculosis.
The effort is intended to improve public health by identifying cases of tuberculosis earlier, especially among at-risk populations. Early detection is seen as a key measure to control the spread of the disease and provide timely treatment.
According to the Ministry, health interventions took place across 18 districts and 49 communities in the provinces of Trujillo, Ascope, Pacasmayo, and Chepén. Between January and April this year, a total of 7,250 screenings were carried out using digital radiology equipment with artificial intelligence technology. The Ministry said these tools have improved timely diagnosis for at-risk groups.
The campaign was coordinated with the Regional Health Management (Geresa) La Libertad. Screenings were held both in health facilities and high-traffic public spaces such as markets, main squares, stadiums, and bus terminals. Territorial intervention has aimed to make diagnosis more accessible for vulnerable populations who face barriers such as distance or transportation costs when seeking healthcare services.
Funding for these actions comes from the institutional opening budget along with resources dedicated to ensuring sample transport within the region. This support is intended to maintain continuity throughout the diagnostic process.
In coming months, both the Ministry and Geresa La Libertad plan to continue focusing on interventions in high-risk districts located mainly along coastal provinces. The strategy involves collaboration among local governments, social actors, and educational institutions as part of a broader effort toward an effective community response against tuberculosis.
