1.   Beating the enemy Vigilance is the best weapon, since early diagnosis and prompt treatment can make all the difference.

2.   Because prevention is of primary importance, early diagnosis is the goal.

3.   Early diagnosis gives patients the best chance of recovery.

4.   It also will discourage other members from seeking early diagnosis and the treatments that can prolong their lives.

5.   It has been validated for early diagnosis of tuberculosis.

6.   This only adds to the suffering, because early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are necessary to prevent long-term complications.

7.   Early diagnosis and treatment can usually prevent blindness.