Launch of From Seals to Survival: Echoes of the Unspoken Crusade Against TB in India by Dr Bhaskar Mitra

News Desk, News Nation 360 : Dr Bhaskar Mitra's book "From Seals to Survival: Echoes of the Unspoken Crusade Against TB in India" was formally introduced by the Bengal Tuberculosis Association (BTA) in Kolkata. It provides a unique and captivating look into India's protracted and changing battle against tuberculosis. The book details the government-issued postal seals and stamps that are produced every year on October 2 to raise awareness of tuberculosis, as well as India's progress towards TB awareness through medical philately. The compilation, which covers an incredible period from 1940 to 2025, compiles a sizable collection of TB seals that were formerly effective public health instruments that sent messages of responsibility, prevention, and optimism to millions of people nationwide. This new book, authored by Dr Bhaskar Mitra, a consultant pathologist and medical philatelist, provides a distinct perspective on the TB Seals of India, going beyond the mere documentation of historical events. It provides insight into the artistic inspirations for the designs, featuring the artists, themes, and national campaigns that have reflected the health concerns of India over the years. By presenting these seals as both medical and artistic objects, this book presents the history of India’s struggle with tuberculosis and its progress towards better control. Through a combination of images and text, this book presents the history of TB eradication in India, paying tribute to the efforts made towards bringing the country closer to a safe-zone status. It is a tribute to the union of art and medicine in the fight against one of the country’s most important public health concerns. Dr Ranjan Das, Chairman, West Bengal Tuberculosis Association, stated that this book serves as a potent reminder of India's decades-long dedication to fighting tuberculosis in addition to being a compilation of postal seals. It eloquently explains how public health, art, and awareness came together to uplift communities and save lives. Such programs encourage future generations to keep up the fight against tuberculosis while also preserving their medical legacy.

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