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Skin tuberculosis is just one of the ways that this bacterial infection can affect your body. While less contagious than some types of tuberculosis, it can still be spread from person to person. Skin ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about health and U.K. health policy. Although it's often thought of as a disease of the past, tuberculosis is still found ...

Male postpartum depression describes when a new father experiences postpartum depression (PPD). Although PPD is more often diagnosed in the female birthing parent, men can also experience it. Some ...

Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious lung disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. While it primarily affects the lungs, TB can also affect other parts of the body and lead to life threatening ...

Bone tuberculosis is a form of tuberculosis that spreads beyond the lungs and affects the bones. Recognizing bone tuberculosis symptoms early is essential for successful treatment. Tuberculosis (TB) ...

The mycobacteria that typically cause lung tuberculosis (TB) can also cause gastrointestinal (GI) TB. This condition typically requires prompt treatment with anti-tuberculous drugs. GI TB can involve ...

USAID funding cuts for tuberculosis programs have resulted in an estimated 11,000 additional deaths. The cuts, implemented shortly after Trump's inauguration, could lead to a surge in global ...