At a Glance
On 8 October 2026, WHO and the International Labour Organization published a monitoring and evaluation framework for universal social protection inclusive of people affected by tuberculosis.
Key points
- The framework addresses health expenses, lost income and socioeconomic harms that can disrupt TB care.
- It proposes core, proxy and expanded indicators to measure coverage, timeliness, adequacy and equity of support.
- Countries can begin with existing data systems and progressively link TB programme and social-protection information.
India relevance
For Indian TB programmes, the document provides a reference for assessing whether social benefits reach affected households, beyond tracking clinical treatment alone. It does not announce a change in Indian benefit eligibility or payment amounts.
Limitations
This is a monitoring framework, not a new drug treatment guideline or India-specific government order.
Official source
WHO/ILO technical publication (8 October 2026)
Medical-information disclaimer: This report is for education and policy awareness, not individualized medical advice.
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