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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Amy-Clare Martin

Tuberculosis cases are surging in the UK: Symptoms and advice you need to know

Tuberculosis (TB) infections are surging in England, figures show, as officials urge healthcare providers to look out for symptoms.

Cases of the infectious bacterial disease increased by almost 14 per cent year on year in 2024 - the largest annual increase since national surveillance began. Officials recorded 5,490 TB notifications, up from 4,831 in 2023, according to the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA).

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