The WHO stressed that the disease could soon pose a serious threat to the entire Asian region, putting the health of millions at risk. 

The WHO regional office in the Western Pacific Region stated that just 1% of the 150,000 people who have contracted the multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) have received proper treatment. 

Nations at highest risk include Mongolia, the South Korea, China, the Philippines, and Vietnam. 

The WHO noted that the majority of these nations lack the proper tools to detect the bacteria, and do not take appropriate actions even when diagnosed. 

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