Surge in TB Cases: A Critical Warning from Health Experts

According to the National Medical Association (NMA), the incidence of tuberculosis in the United States has surged since 2021, reversing a long-standing decline. In 2024, provisional reports indicate 10,347 TB cases, up from 9,633 in 2023 and 8,332 in 2022. This airborne affliction primarily targets the lungs, spreading through respiratory droplets. Vulnerable populations, particularly in impoverished rural and urban areas, face greater exposure due to inadequate healthcare access, cramped living environments, and underlying health ailments that jeopardize immunity.