Is There a Vaccine for TB in the U.S.? Infectious Disease Doctors Explain Tuberculosis Prevention
There is a vaccine aimed at preventing TB called Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG), but it’s not commonly used in the U.S., ...
TB outbreak: Kansas health officials report 67 cases since 2024
The outbreak poses “very low risk to the general public, including the surrounding counties,” the Kansas Department of Health ...
New Hope in Fight Against Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
Scientists have discovered three powerful new drug regimens that offer more effective treatment for tuberculosis—bringing ...
Harvard-Led Breakthrough Brings Faster, Safer TB Treatments to the World
New options make TB treatment faster, safer, and more accessible. A major breakthrough in tuberculosis treatment has emerged: ...
Do I need a tuberculosis vaccine in NC? What to know about the outbreak (+ how to stay safe)
Healthline also offers the following tips for preventing TB infections: Wash your hands often and cover your mouth when ...
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Kansas Struggles to Contain Worsening TB Outbreak
Two counties in the Kansas City area continue to grapple with what is now a yearlong outbreak of tuberculosis.
Bovine TB found in Michigan beef cattle herd. Where officials found the disease
Bovine tuberculosis is one of the oldest diseases known to man, the DNR said. It is caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium ...
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UK warns residents against ignoring coughs as TB cases surge
Tuberculosis cases in England surged by 13 per cent in 2024, marking a continued rise in recent years, according to new data published on Thursday by the UK Health Security Agency. PUNCH Online ...
Health experts issue urgent symptoms warning as TB cases rise in England
The UK Health Security Agency says that cases of TB rose in England by 13% in 2024 - here are the signs of the illness to ...