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., ...
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: ...
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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Innovative TB risk scoring tool enhances patient care and workflow
Caitlin Dugdale, MD, MSc, and Kimon Zachary, MD, physicians in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and assistant professors of Medicine at Harvard Medical ...
Community-led framework addressing twin epidemics of TB and mental health released
Survivors Against TB releases framework integrating TB and mental health care to address stigma and improve access.
Whitehall City Schools alerts parents of TB case, assures low risk of transmission
A letter was sent to the parents of Whitehall City Schools students after a student tested positive for tuberculosis (TB).
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 ...