Neglected Tropical Disease: 2 Million Deaths Predicted

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Main Topic: ⁣A resurgence of tuberculosis (TB) globally and ⁤in the United states.

Key Points:

* Global Concern: TB remains a ​important health ‌issue in many countries,‍ particularly in Africa and Asia. Specifically mentioned are: Uganda, ⁢Ukraine, Vietnam, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
* U.S. Outbreak: Kentucky ⁢experienced⁢ its largest-ever TB outbreak‌ in January, ​with 68 active cases and 107 latent cases. Some believe this might potentially be the largest U.S. surge in TB cases ever.
* ⁤ Historical Context: TB was historically known as “consumption” ‌and was a major killer in the 1800s, causing one in seven deaths.
* ⁤ Symptoms: Common symptoms of TB include a persistent cough,‌ chest pain, and coughing up blood.

Sources Cited:

* People.com: Report on the Kentucky TB ⁢outbreak.
* ​ Kentucky Division of Public Health: Provides data on the Kentucky ‌outbreak.
* PBS: Offers historical information ⁣about​ TB (formerly known as consumption).
* ⁢ Cleveland‍ Clinic: Provides information about the disease.

The text includes an ⁢image of a tuberculosis X-ray.