India, March 24 -- World TB Day is celebrated on March 24 and is geared to raise awareness and educate people about tuberculosis, a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. As per the WHO, this year's campaign theme is 'Yes! We can TB: Led by countries, powered by people.' With active precautions, early detection, and timely treatment, this infectious disease can be controlled, and its spread significantly reduced.ALSO READ: World Tuberculosis Day: Proper treatment, not fear, is what TB requires: Experts

So, early detection is absolutely crucial for both essential treatment and for curbing the spread of infection. However, certain symptoms can overlap with those of the common cold. You can miss the early warning signs. This ...