As we approach Valentine’s Day let us resolve to be compassionate and kind, spread solidarity and love in our work, ensure that nobody is stigmatized regardless of any consideration and not ostracize patients if they suffer from a communicable diseases like Tuberculosis. Above all let us resolve to speak up, stand up and step up our efforts for a brighter future for our children in a world free of Tuberculosis. And while gearing up efforts in that direction we must not forget the high proportion of our children suffering from Tuberculosis. To identify and cure those children represents the best manifestation of our love for them.

A two-part series published in Daily Times reflects on the national TB response in Pakistan.