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Tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas becomes largest in US

The Associated Press on MSN · 2d

The tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas is alarming. It’s not the biggest in US history though, CDC says

A yearlong outbreak of tuberculosis in the Kansas City, Kansas area has taken local experts aback, even if it does not appear to be the largest outbreak of the disease in U.S. history as a state health official claimed last week.

Kansas City Star on MSN · 1d

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.

World Socialist Web Site · 4h

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.

18hon MSN

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 ...

2don MSN

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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