Tuberculosis cases surge in the UK amid rising global health concerns
TB cases surged 13% in England last year
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HEALTH Diseases
Tuberculosis (TB), the world's deadliest infectious disease, is on the rise in the UK, with cases increasing among both immigrants and UK-born individuals. Factors such as homelessness, crowded living conditions, and undernutrition contribute to the spread. Global aid cuts have further strained efforts to combat TB, raising concerns about public health and the need for renewed focus on prevention and treatment strategies.
This resurgence is a stark reminder that TB still kills hundreds of people every year. Despite its decline in many Western countries since the introduction of the BCG vaccine in 1921, the disease has never been fully eradicated. In regions like Southeast Asia and Africa, TB remains one of the top killers. It can be especially lethal for individuals with weakened immune systems—particularly those with HIV, who face a much greater risk of death.
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