Academic Exchange Explores Tuberculosis-Diabetes Comorbidity: Insights and Implications for Public Health Initiatives

• By Admin
• Jumat, 22 Maret 2024

Australia National University's collaborative efforts with the Faculty of Medicine at Udayana University have yielded fruitful outcomes, culminating in a noteworthy academic event held on Friday, March 22, 2024. Spearheaded by the Bachelor and Master of Public Health Science Study Program, the event centered on a thought-provoking guest lecture titled "Diabetes Tuberculosis Comorbidity: A Threat to the End-TB Program."

Taking place at the esteemed Prof. Dr. I Goesti Ngoerah Gde Ngoerah hall, the lecture featured Dr. Matthew Kelly, a senior research fellow from the National Research Center for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH), College of Health and Medicine, Australian National University. Guiding the intellectual discourse were esteemed moderators, Dr. Putu Ayu Swandewi Astuti, MPH, PhD, and Dr. I Nyoman Sutarsa, MPH, PhD.

The event commenced with opening remarks by Prof. Dr. I Md. Ady Wirawan, MPH., Ph.D., the Deputy Dean for Student Affairs and Information, who expressed gratitude to Dr. Matthew Kelly for his invaluable contributions. Prof. Wirawan underscored the significance of such academic exchanges in enriching the educational journey of students at the Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, particularly in understanding the potential ramifications of tuberculosis-diabetes comorbidity on Indonesia's national TB program.

Following a comprehensive presentation of pertinent research findings, an interactive discussion and question-and-answer session ensued. The audience, comprising a diverse cohort of students, lecturers, and medical professionals from the Bachelor and Master of Public Health Science Study Program, as well as the broader medical community at Udayana University, actively engaged in the discourse. Additionally, the event attracted participation from health officials and hospital representatives across Indonesia via online platforms like YouTube, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of the dialogue and its practical implications.

The significance of this intellectual exchange lies in its role as a testament to ongoing collaborative learning initiatives. By raising awareness and fostering dialogue, the event serves as a catalyst for informed decision-making processes, enabling stakeholders to better comprehend the complexities of tuberculosis-diabetes comorbidity and its potential impact on public health initiatives. Through shared knowledge and collective action, participants are empowered to navigate and mitigate the challenges posed by this multifaceted health issue, ultimately contributing to the advancement of healthcare practices and policies.