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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.
Kansas is in the middle of an ‘unprecedented’ tuberculosis outbreak. Here’s what to know
Common symptoms of active TB include coughing, chest pains, fever, fatigue and coughing up blood or phlegm. The airborne ...
Kansas City Chiefs game drew lots of travelers. Should you be worried about tuberculosis?
However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention clarified the Kansas outbreak isn’t the largest in modern history.
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., ...
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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The largest tuberculosis outbreak in US history is unfolding as President Trump “paused” all public messaging by the CDC
Kansas City is currently facing the largest documented tuberculosis (TB) outbreak in the United States. According to the ...