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New Jersey's Tuberculosis Surge Sparks Urgent Public Health Response

3/21/2025

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Rutgers Tackles Tuberculosis

New Jersey's tuberculosis outbreak underscores a troubling resurgence, especially among vulnerable communities. With Rutgers New Jersey Medical School at the forefront of research and treatment, the urgency for continuous prevention is clear. Despite low rates in the U.S., rising cases signal a pressing need for robust public health strategies and funding to combat this global health threat.

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Principal Addresses Tuberculosis

A Colonia High School student in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, has tested positive for tuberculosis, prompting swift action from Principal Chris Chiera, who confirmed the student is undergoing treatment. The Middlesex County Health Department is now working to identify and screen close contacts, as tuberculosis cases in the state have surged from 289 in 2022 to 343 in 2023, exceeding the national average.

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Rutgers Tackles Tuberculosis

New Jersey's tuberculosis outbreak underscores a troubling resurgence, especially among vulnerable communities. With Rutgers New Jersey Medical School at the forefront of research and treatment, the urgency for continuous prevention is clear. Despite low rates in the U.S., rising cases signal a pressing need for robust public health strategies and funding to combat this global health threat.

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