Tuberculosis, a contagious bacterial disease, is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It affects the lungs and spreads through the air, especially when an affected person sneezes, coughs or spits.

Worldwide, approximately 2 million children younger than 15 years of age are infected with multidrug-resistant (MDR) Mycobacterium tuberculosis, with MDR tuberculosis developing in approximately ...

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a serious public health issue globally, despite a lowering trend in death due to improved diagnosis and treatment. While men account for around 60% of TB infections and ...

Every year on March 24, World Tuberculosis Day is observed to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB), a global health threat affecting millions. The day marks the discovery of Mycobacterium ...