Questions and Answers about Tuberculosis

Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M. tuberculosis). The bacteria, or germs, usually attack the lungs. TB germs can attack any part of the body, such as the kidney, spine, or brain. There is good news. People with TB can be treated if they seek medical help. Why is TB still a problem in the United States? TB is preventable and treatable but remains the world’s deadliest infectious-disease killer ... ................
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