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Global TB Deaths Surge: U.S. Cases Hit 13-Year High

9/14/2025

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Tuberculosis (TB) poses a major health threat, causing 1.25 million deaths worldwide in 2023.
The US reports a rise in TB cases, with 10,347 in 2024, the highest since 2011.
Notable outbreaks occur in Maine and Kansas, with Kansas reporting 67 active cases.
The COVID-19 pandemic has delayed diagnoses and reduced public health funding, worsening the situation.
Experts recommend vigilance for symptoms such as persistent cough and weight loss to curb the spread.

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Story summary

Tuberculosis (TB) poses a major health threat, causing 1.25 million deaths worldwide in 2023.
The US reports a rise in TB cases, with 10,347 in 2024, the highest since 2011.
Notable outbreaks occur in Maine and Kansas, with Kansas reporting 67 active cases.
The COVID-19 pandemic has delayed diagnoses and reduced public health funding, worsening the situation.
Experts recommend vigilance for symptoms such as persistent cough and weight loss to curb the spread.