By Teresa Rugg | Project Director
Dear TB Photovoice Family,
We have had the honor of hearing and documenting the stories of 26 people who have been impacted by TB in the Puget Sound region of Washington State. These stories inspire us to elevate their perspectives to the local and global community so that they are truly heard and understood.
Loc, an immigrant from Vietnam, shared his insight in the hopes that those people who are newly diagnosed with TB will not live in fear.
"At the time I heard I had TB, oh, I was very scared because my wife was pregnant and we have a 18 month old daughter. I didn’t want to spread my TB to my family and other people at work and school. But I learned that TB is not a disease you cannot cure, this one you can cure. Don’t be afraid. TB is not the end of your life. It is very, very easy now if you keep discipline with the medication and then you live your life with a healthy life, your health will be very strong. Don’t waste your time. Don't wait for treatment."
The TB Voices Project is providing a way for persons impacted by TB to tell their story. These realities are rarely heard and often disregarded, resulting in communities lacking the basic understanding of TB, which can lead to stigma, misdiagnosis and misinformation. In early 2014, we will be launching a website devoted exclusively to the TB Voices Project, as well as developing videos and exhibitions. For now, like our TB Voices Project Facebook page and read updates!
Our group in Kenya is closer to securing resources to move their project forward. Check out our Facebook page for updates.
It has always been the mission to TB Photovoice to bring the voices of people impacted by TB to a wider audience so that their perspectives are honored and action is taken to address their needs. Thank you for supporting us throughout the years and for helping our small but passionate organization do the work we truly believe in by your financial donation.
All the best to you in 2014!
Sincerely,
Teresa Rugg
TB Photovoice Project Director
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