Tuberculosis has reclaimed its position as the world's deadliest infectious disease, surpassing COVID-19 with approximately 1.25 million deaths in 2023. This ancient disease, which has plagued humanity for millennia, continues to evolve and challenge global health systems despite being both preventable and curable. The resurgence of TB as the leading infectious killer represents not just a medical crisis, but a complex intersection of social, economic, and psychological factors that demand our urgent attention. The Numbers Tell a Sobering Story The World Health Organization's 2024 Global Tuberculosis Report revealed that approximately 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with TB in 2023—the highest number recorded since WHO began global TB monitoring in 1995. Year Estimated TB Cases Key Points 2022 7.5 million Baseline year for comparison 2023 10.8 million Significant increase in TB cases Top 5 High-Burden Countries (2023) % of Global TB Burden India 26% Indonesia 10% China...
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