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02/06/2026

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01/27/2026

Even with newer, shorter, and better-tolerated treatments, drug-resistant tuberculosis remains rare in the U.S.—but challenging when it occurs. 🧬💊

A new article from CDC and partners highlights what clinicians may encounter in these uncommon cases and why continued vigilance matters:

AbstractBackground. Bedaquiline, pretomanid, and linezolid with or without moxifloxacin (BPaL/M) are recommended oral 6-month treatment regimens for multid

01/20/2026

Like many people, Jackie, a tuberculosis survivor, thought TB was a thing of the past until she learned she had it. Find out more about her story:

Jackie shares her experiences of being diagnosed and treated for active tuberculosis disease.

01/14/2026

Did you know? Tuberculosis is a serious health threat, especially for people living with HIV. The good news is that people with HIV who also have TB can get treatment. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3xFlewU

01/02/2026

Do you know the symptoms of tuberculosis disease? The symptoms depend on where in the body the tuberculosis germs are growing. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cMOYqU

12/22/2025

Latest U.S. TB data highlight the importance of public health programs and health care providers to think, test, and treat TB. More on CDC’s 2024 TB data: https://bit.ly/3KGgtKl

12/19/2025

New U.S. TB data show an increase in reported cases during 2024. Seek medical care if you have symptoms of TB disease, such as a bad cough that lasts 3 weeks or longer, chest pain, weight loss, or night sweats.
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12/17/2025

If you have been around someone who has active tuberculosis disease, contact your health care provider about getting tested, even if you do not feel sick. Read more: https://bit.ly/4c6N03Q

12/09/2025

Drug-resistant tuberculosis disease is complicated. Taking medication as prescribed helps prevent drug-resistance. Learn more: https://buff.ly/5zlHqrg

12/03/2025

Learn from TB survivors about the importance of raising awareness, testing, and treatment of latent TB infection and TB disease. https://buff.ly/W4dlF0a

11/25/2025

Health care workers: are you looking for a refresher on your TB knowledge? Take CDC’s TB 101 for Health Care Workers Training: https://buff.ly/d3nFqgk

11/20/2025

Learn how engaging with other TB patients and survivors can help people currently in treatment feel supported, less isolated, and empowered to complete treatment: https://buff.ly/xqRfdCo