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CDC Report: US Tuberculosis Cases Increased in 2022
US tuberculosis (TB) cases increased for the second straight year in 2022, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Certain racial and ethnic groups, including Latinos, saw considerable increases in TB infections. Let’s explore what this data means for Latinos, and why this population is more vulnerable to TB …
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Medical Minutes with Dr. Rob: World Tuberculosis Day
Hello, I’m Dr. Rob Gillio, Chief Medical Officer at the Force for Health Network. Today, we recognize World Tuberculosis Day, a day to raise awareness…
Protecting Arizonans at every stage of life at the AZ State Health Lab
The Arizona State Public Health Laboratory protects you and your loved ones in ways you may not realize. In addition to licensure and certification services for laboratories across Arizona, the state lab tests air, food, water, and clinical samples for a murderer’s row of public health threats, including tuberculosis, heavy metal toxins, pesticides, and radioactive […]
World Tuberculosis Day: Together We Can End TB
On March 24th, World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is observed globally to raise awareness about the devastating health, social, and economic impact of tuberculosis. The day also commemorates the…
What Is Infectious Disease and Why Should Latinos Care?
The term “infectious disease” covers a wide range of harmful illnesses. The flu, chickenpox, and COVID-19 are some infectious diseases caused by germs or viruses that sicken people and can spread to others. Latinos face a heavier burden than their peers for several infectious diseases, from HIV/AIDS to coronavirus to tuberculosis. Fortunately, we can each …
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