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Large tuberculosis outbreaks in US doubled from 2017 to 2023, CDC reports
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The latest CID supplement issue examines key aspects of tuberculosis (TB), including transmission, disease progression, diagnostic approaches, and treatment strategies.
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“People involved in large outbreaks differed notably from other TB patients. Nearly 80% were US-born, compared with 26% of those with non-outbreak TB..more likely to report substance use (27% vs 12%), homelessness (9% vs 5%), and incarceration (11%)”
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CDC report: Large tuberculosis outbreaks in the US doubled from 2017 to 2023
Roughly two thirds of the outbreaks occurred within family or social networks, and a quarter occurred in group settings like workplaces and correctional facilities.
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Cattle with drug-resistant tuberculosis lead researchers to call for better monitoring of cross-species transmission of TB.
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People Can Give Cows Tuberculosis, But We Rarely Look For It
Cattle with drug-resistant tuberculosis lead researchers to call for better monitoring of cross-species transmission of TB.
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Research from UTyler explores novel combinations for the treatment of M. abscesses.
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Sulbactam-durlobactam plus ceftriaxone dosing and novel treatment regimens for Mycobacterium abscessus lung disease | Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy
Mycobacterium abscessus (MAB) lung disease treated with guideline-based therapy achieves sputum culture conversion in only 23%–34% of patients (1). The β-lactam antibiotics, cefoxitin and imipenem, ar...
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Fixed-Dose Rifapentine–Isoniazid (1HP) for Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment in Chinese Adults: A Prospective Real-World Safety and Pharmacokinetic Study
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“It's been estimated that anywhere from a quarter to 40% of people who are coming in with TB symptoms or being evaluated for TB are unable to produce sputum,” www.cidrap.umn.edu/tuberc….
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No sputum needed: Easy-to-use TB test shows accuracy in 7-country analysis
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Beautifully done and important trial. An effective mTb test that utilizes tongue swab specimens will be absolutely transformative for Tb diagnosis especially is resource limited settings. Definitely practice modifying.
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Pulmonary Tuberculosis Detection with MiniDock MTB Using Swab Samples | NEJM
Improved diagnostic tools for tuberculosis that are suitable for use in peripheral health centers are essential for reducing the persistent gap between estimated and notified cases. The diagnostic ...
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How do we define TB cases when validating new diagnostics? ERASE‑TB shows that standardized endpoint review committees, longitudinal data, and expert consensus improve TB classification—boosting diagnostic accuracy and comparability across studies.
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Refining research outcomes: Lessons from the setup of an endpoint review committee and radiological review in tuberculosis observational diagnostic studies
Most tuberculosis diagnostic validation studies use microbiological or combination reference standards to define tuberculosis. We convened an Endpoint Review Committee (ERC) to define outcomes in ERAS...
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A portable TB molecular test system that works with sputum or tongue swabs matched the diagnostic accuracy of established TB tests and met WHO targets for near-point-of-care TB diagnostic tools, according to a prospective study. www.medpagetoday.com/infe…
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Portable Tuberculosis Diagnostic Tool Matched Traditional Tests' Results
The MiniDock MTB could expand access to molecular testing in peripheral health centers
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Large Tuberculosis Outbreaks — United States, 2017–2023
"Persons with TB in large outbreaks reported substance use, homelessness, and incarceration more often than did other persons with TB. Two thirds of large outbreaks occurred within family and social networks."
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Large Tuberculosis Outbreaks — United States, 2017–2023
This report describes 50 large tuberculosis outbreaks in 23 states during 2017–2023.
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No mucus (sputum) needed: Easy-to-use TB test shows accuracy in 7-country analysis
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No mucus needed: Easy-to-use TB test shows accuracy in 7-country analysis
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An easy-to-use tuberculosis (TB) test shows accuracy in a 7-country analysis.
The test, which can be performed on tongue swabs, could greatly expand access to molecular testing.
Read more on this test option: ow.ly/4ET050YSvIU
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A new portable tuberculosis test could transform the diagnostic process for patients, making it more accessible and affordable for underserved populations, and leading to earlier treatment options, reports NPR.
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Global Health NOW 4.30.26
A Turning Point in TB Testing; and A ‘Terrifying Medical Underworld’ Expands
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“"For patients who can't produce sputum, like children or people with HIV, tongue swabs move the needle from 'no diagnosis possible at this clinic' to 'accurate molecular testing here now,'" medicalxpress.com/news/20….
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Handheld TB test delivers lab-level accuracy in under 30 minutes
Drugs to treat tuberculosis have been around for more than 75 years, yet it remains the world's top infectious disease killer. A big obstacle has been testing. It's either inaccurate—missing up to hal...
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“The portable, battery-powered MiniDock MTB test was built for use w/ sputum or tongue swabs in peripheral and decentralized settings, he noted. The device costs less than $400, requires no laboratory infrastructure, and delivers results in 12 to 25 mins”
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Portable Tuberculosis Diagnostic Tool Matched Traditional Tests' Results
The MiniDock MTB could expand access to molecular testing in peripheral health centers
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Fresno County health officials confirmed an active tuberculosis case at Justin Garza High School, and 22 positive tests. Live links to full stories and videos below.
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Top stories: BBQ on Shaw, tuberculosis in Fresno school, Karbassi lapping field on donations
Fresno County health officials confirmed an active tuberculosis case at Justin Garza High School, and 22 positive tests. Live links to full stories and videos below.
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There were 169 identified exposures, officials said.
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One confirmed tuberculosis case, 22 infections at Garza High School in Fresno
There were 169 identified exposures, officials said.
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The Fresno Bee covered a range of top stories on April 29, 2026, with developments spanning local business, politics, public health and school safety.
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Top stories: BBQ on Shaw, tuberculosis in Fresno school, Karbassi lapping field on donations
The Fresno Bee covered a range of top stories on April 29, 2026, with developments spanning local business, politics, public health and school safety.
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There were 169 identified exposures, officials said.
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One confirmed tuberculosis case, 22 infections at Garza High in Fresno
There were 169 identified exposures, officials said.
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Rapid, affordable, and easy-to-use diagnostic testing for tuberculosis is needed. In a multinational study, the accuracy of a tuberculosis diagnostic deployable to peripheral health care centers was assessed. Full study results: nej.md/48RWCjW
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Adjunct diagnostic accuracy of antigen-specific interleukin-2 for latent tuberculosis infection in pregnancy
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Adjunct diagnostic accuracy of antigen-specific interleukin-2 for latent tuberculosis infection in pregnancy
Antigen-specific interleukin-2 demonstrates strong diagnostic accuracy for latent tuberculosis infection in pregnancy, comparable to interferon-γ. Combined
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“Working beyond clinical settings, they engage communities directly, educating families, identifying symptoms early and guiding people towards testing and treatment” www.nature.com/articles/d44...
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Tuberculosis survivors transforming detection and care
Community networks improve rates of testing and treatment adherence, while tackling stigma.
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