It was attended by officials in the field of public health and those concerned, acting representatives of WHO and UNICEF here and staff members of embassies of different countries and missions of international bodies here.

Speakers at the event called on all the people to deeply understand the importance of the drive to combat tuberculosis, take active part in the work and conduct the hygienic information service on tuberculosis.

Only when all countries and international community strengthen cooperation with each other, can they thoroughly prevent tuberculosis worldwide, they noted.

Then, the participants looked round photos on display and enjoyed a performance given by a hygienic information team of students.

On the same day, intensive hygienic information services were given in Pyongyang and provinces.