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Rising Tuberculosis Cases in Overcrowded Immigration Detention Centers
8/18/2025
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Story summary
- Tuberculosis cases are rising in U.S. immigration detention centers due to overcrowding and poor sanitation.
- Inadequate adherence to ICE's health protocols results in insufficient screenings and isolation for infected detainees.
- Detainees face a lack of medical attention, leading to severe health risks and fatalities.
- Experts caution that current immigration policies and healthcare cuts may exacerbate disease transmission risks.
