Early TB symptoms often go unnoticed. Know key warning signs and why timely diagnosis is crucial to prevent complications and stop the spread of tuberculosis.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, primarily attacking the lungs but capable of affecting other organs. It spreads through airborne droplets from coughs or sneezes. Key symptoms include a persistent cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
Know the early warning signs of tuberculosis, why timely detection matters, and when to seek medical help on World Tuberculosis Day 2026.
India has recorded a 21% fall in tuberculosis cases between 2015 and 2024, nearly twice the global average, according to the latest WHO report highlighting steady progress in TB control efforts.
Uterine Tuberculosis: Symptoms, Its Impact on Pregnancy, Treatment Options, and Early Detection Tests
Tuberculosis is a public health issue that can be well treated if diagnosed early.
Besides the lungs, TB can also occur in the brain, uterus, mouth, liver, kidney, throat etc.
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health threat globally, with India carrying the highest burden. Here's how to 'STOP' Tuberculosis.
It is essential to tackle genital TB as soon as it is detected. Read on to know the warning signs and symptoms as well as how it is treated.
Ahead of World Tuberculosis Day, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has shared some of the most effective tips to manage this serious health condition in kids.
Tuberculosis is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, according to the WHO. It is estimated to affect one-quarter of the world's population.
Currently, only one four multiple drug resistant TB (MDR-TB) cases is detected and not more than one in two is cured, worldwide. So the death rate among this type of TB is very high both in India and outside. Read on to know how you can tackle it efficiently.
World Tuberculosis Day is celebrated every year with the intention of spreading awareness about TB. With this important day of the health calendar just around the corner, we give you a low-down on the latent and active versions of tuberculosis.
New diagnostic tools such as Machine Learning and precision medicine could help identify tuberculosis patients with the highest risk of reactivation of the disease, say researchers.
While a new drug that can cure TB fast is in the offing, we share with you gifts of nature than help prevent this deadly bacterial infection.
Here are three ways by which you will know how to recognise the signs of respiratory tuberculosis and accordingly beat it or prevent yourself from getting infected.
It is a contagious infection known to attack the lungs. Tuberculosis (TB) can also spread to other parts of the body like your spine and brain. A bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis can lead to TB. But you don't have to worry now, as you will be able to manage it efficiently by following these dietary guidelines.
The Confederation of All India Traders (CIAT) has quoted a recent study to warn Finance Minister Arun Jaitley of the disease-causing notes and to investigate the possibilities of diseases getting spread.
By stepping up investment and innovation to fight the disease a 30-point final declaration under negotiation would commit governments to end the global tuberculosis epidemic by 2030.
To deal with tuberculosis, you need iron and vitamin-rich foods.
A less toxic drug has been discovered for latent TB to cut the treatment time from nine months to four.
Here is how family members of a TB patient can prevent themselves from getting an infection
Scientists have found a new blood test that could predict the onset of Tuberculosis (TB) up to two years in advance.
We spoke to Dr Arvind Kate, Chest Physician and Pulmonologist to know if tuberculosis can be life-threatening
Early TB symptoms often go unnoticed. Know key warning signs and why timely diagnosis is crucial to prevent complications and stop the spread of tuberculosis.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, primarily attacking the lungs but capable of affecting other organs. It spreads through airborne droplets from coughs or sneezes. Key symptoms include a persistent cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
Know the early warning signs of tuberculosis, why timely detection matters, and when to seek medical help on World Tuberculosis Day 2026.
India has recorded a 21% fall in tuberculosis cases between 2015 and 2024, nearly twice the global average, according to the latest WHO report highlighting steady progress in TB control efforts.
Uterine Tuberculosis: Symptoms, Its Impact on Pregnancy, Treatment Options, and Early Detection Tests
Tuberculosis is a public health issue that can be well treated if diagnosed early.
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health threat globally, with India carrying the highest burden. Here's how to 'STOP' Tuberculosis.
It is essential to tackle genital TB as soon as it is detected. Read on to know the warning signs and symptoms as well as how it is treated.
Ahead of World Tuberculosis Day, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has shared some of the most effective tips to manage this serious health condition in kids.
Tuberculosis is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, according to the WHO. It is estimated to affect one-quarter of the world's population.
Currently, only one four multiple drug resistant TB (MDR-TB) cases is detected and not more than one in two is cured, worldwide. So the death rate among this type of TB is very high both in India and outside. Read on to know how you can tackle it efficiently.
World Tuberculosis Day is celebrated every year with the intention of spreading awareness about TB. With this important day of the health calendar just around the corner, we give you a low-down on the latent and active versions of tuberculosis.
New diagnostic tools such as Machine Learning and precision medicine could help identify tuberculosis patients with the highest risk of reactivation of the disease, say researchers.
While a new drug that can cure TB fast is in the offing, we share with you gifts of nature than help prevent this deadly bacterial infection.
Here are three ways by which you will know how to recognise the signs of respiratory tuberculosis and accordingly beat it or prevent yourself from getting infected.
It is a contagious infection known to attack the lungs. Tuberculosis (TB) can also spread to other parts of the body like your spine and brain. A bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis can lead to TB. But you don't have to worry now, as you will be able to manage it efficiently by following these dietary guidelines.
The Confederation of All India Traders (CIAT) has quoted a recent study to warn Finance Minister Arun Jaitley of the disease-causing notes and to investigate the possibilities of diseases getting spread.
By stepping up investment and innovation to fight the disease a 30-point final declaration under negotiation would commit governments to end the global tuberculosis epidemic by 2030.
To deal with tuberculosis, you need iron and vitamin-rich foods.
A less toxic drug has been discovered for latent TB to cut the treatment time from nine months to four.
Here is how family members of a TB patient can prevent themselves from getting an infection
Scientists have found a new blood test that could predict the onset of Tuberculosis (TB) up to two years in advance.
We spoke to Dr Arvind Kate, Chest Physician and Pulmonologist to know if tuberculosis can be life-threatening
Dr Bornali Dutta, Associate Director Respiratory and Internal Medicine from Medanta - The Medicity, talk about this disease.
Besides the lungs, TB can also occur in the brain, uterus, mouth, liver, kidney, throat etc.
