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‘Unprecedented’ tuberculosis outbreak is underway in Kansas. Are Californians at risk?
As Kansas deals with one of the largest tuberculous outbreaks in the nation since the 1950s, Californians may be wondering whether they’re at risk. The Kansas outbreak, described by health officials as “unprecedented,” has killed at least two people and sickened dozens of others.
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.
Health experts address Tuberculosis concerns amid Kansas outbreak
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Tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas among largest in US history. Does Texas have TB cases?
Health officials in Kansas have reported a tuberculosis outbreak in the northeastern part of the state, with 67 active cases since 2024, marking one of the largest outbreaks in recorded history of the United States. Texas so far isn't seeing any such outbreak.
Kansas is dealing with a tuberculosis outbreak. Should Texans worry? Is there a vaccine?
Kansas is currently experiencing a rare outbreak of tuberculosis (TB), the world’s deadliest infectious disease. TB is spread via germs in the air and usually affects the lungs but can also affect the brain, the kidneys or the spine.
Kansas Is Dealing With Major Tuberculosis Outbreak
State health officials said that dozens of people in the Kansas City, Kan., area have the disease, which has drawn a federal response.
What To Know About Kansas City Tuberculosis Outbreak Officials Called 'Unprecedented'
The outbreak is real, but Jill Bronaugh, the communications director at the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), told Snopes via email that it posed a "very low risk" to the general public.
Kansas Tuberculosis Outbreak One of Largest Ever in US
The state has seen tuberculosis cases double between 2023 and 2024, with the CDC offering support on the ground.
Kansas Tuberculosis Outbreak Caused by 'Weakening of Our Public Health Infrastructure,' Expert Warns
Kansas is experiencing one of the largest TB outbreaks on record as experts warn of a growing public health crisis, worsened by legislation limiting response.
Health officials alleviate fears of rumored Oklahoma tuberculosis outbreak
Health officials alleviate fears of rumored Oklahoma tuberculosis outbreak
There's a growing TB outbreak in Kansas. What are the symptoms and should you be worried?
A large, ongoing tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas has sickened at least 67 and caused two deaths. What to know about TB ...
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Tuberculosis: What To Know About the Recent Outbreak, Symptoms and Treatment
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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 ...
Is there a tuberculosis outbreak in central Ohio? What the data show
While TB cases have been rising nationally in recent years, public health officials continue to emphasize there is no threat ...
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Key Takeaways for Employers as Tuberculosis Cases Surge in Kansas
An ongoing tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas is alarming health officials and the general public, and you might be wondering how your workforce could ...