Roughly two thirds of the outbreaks occurred within family or social networks, and a quarter occurred in group settings like workplaces and correctional facilities.
The test, which can be performed on tongue swabs, could greatly expand access to molecular testing
Up to 16% of respiratory samples collected at 2 Boston hospitals tested positive for tuberculosis DNA.
The two vaccines, VPM1002 and Immuvac, were evaluated in a trial involving 12,717 household contacts of recently diagnosed TB patients in India.
The CDC and FDA continue to investigate the E coli outbreak, which has sickened 9 people in 3 states.
The number of reported US tuberculosis cases fell by 1% from 2024 to 2025, according to provisional data from the CDC.
A joint report from the WHO and European health officials finds 79% of new TB cases are going undetected, which results in delayed treatment and more transmission of the disease.
Federal law states that acting directors at the CDC have 210 days to serve, after which the administration should name a nominee for the position.
The factors may continue to influence TB trends over time, the authors say.
A new modeling study suggests that disruptions in international donor funding could outweigh the benefits of a novel TB vaccine.
