However, most people get infected with TB don’t get sick, according to NCDHSS. That’s because their bodies can fight the ...

Kansas is dealing with the largest TB outbreak in modern U.S. history. Here's what to know about tuberculosis testing and ...

Wyandotte County is currently facing the largest outbreak of tuberculosis in United States, state officials say. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reports 67 active infections of the ...

Despite decades of efforts, tuberculosis remains a global health crisis, claiming over 1.3 million lives annually.

Also known as TB, tuberculosis is a contagious illness that can be fatal if left untreated.

Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) is the vaccine for tuberculosis, but according to Collins, it is not routinely given in the U.S. According to the CDC, this is due to several reasons, including the mixed ...

Kansas is currently experiencing a rare outbreak of tuberculosis (TB), the world’s deadliest infectious disease. TB is spread via germs in the air and usually affects the lungs but can also affect the ...

The blood test is preferred if you’ve received the TB vaccine. If you have a compromised immune system, you may need to get tested for TB periodically even if you do not have symptoms.

A yearlong outbreak of tuberculosis in the Kansas City, Kansas area has taken local experts aback, even if it does not appear ...

Should I get vaccinated against TB vaccine? The Bacille Calmette-Guérin vaccine is administered by doctors to prevent tuberculosis infection. However, it is not typically used in the United ...