is TB is on the rise in adults?

Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body. While TB rates have been declining globally in recent years, there are still regions where TB is on the rise, particularly in low- and middle-income countries with high rates of HIV infection and limited access to healthcare.

In some high-income countries, TB rates have been stable or declining in recent years, but there are concerns about the emergence of drug-resistant strains of TB that are more difficult to treat. Additionally, certain populations, such as homeless individuals, prisoners, and people with compromised immune systems, are at higher risk for TB infection and may be driving increases in TB rates in some areas.

Overall, it is important for healthcare providers and public health officials to remain vigilant in monitoring and addressing TB rates to prevent the spread of this infectious disease.