Kansas TB Outbreak: 67 Cases Reported Since 2024, Poses Low Risk to Public
2025-01-28
MSN
A tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas has resulted in 67 reported cases since 2024, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. While the outbreak poses a very low risk to the general public, including surrounding counties, health officials are taking precautions to contain the spread. The department is working to identify and treat those affected, and to prevent further transmission of the disease. With the help of public health measures, such as contact tracing and testing, the risk of infection remains low for the general population, including those in nearby areas. Key health services are in place to manage the outbreak.
