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Tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas becomes largest in US

Kansas Is Experiencing a Outbreak of Tuberculosis. Here's What to Know

Kansas has experienced a significant outbreak of tuberculosis with 67 active infections and even more latent cases of the disease.

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Tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas among largest in US history. Does Texas have TB cases?

Health officials in Kansas have reported a tuberculosis outbreak in the northeastern part of the state, with 67 active cases since 2024, marking one of the largest outbreaks in recorded history of the United States.

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Kansas officials claimed TB outbreak was largest in U.S. history. CDC says that’s wrong

A CDC spokesperson identified two outbreaks in the last decade linked to more tuberculosis cases than the ongoing outbreak centered in Wyandotte County.

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Tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas City, Kansas is one of the largest in US history

Health officials are downplaying the TB danger, although the outbreak has continued for a full year with no end in sight.

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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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KC area at ‘extremely low risk’ of tuberculosis despite outbreak, doctor says. Here’s why

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

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