Tuberculosis Surges As Leading Infectious Disease Killer In 2023

The World Health Organization reports over 8 million tuberculosis cases in 2023, marking the highest since tracking began. TB has overtaken COVID-19 as the top infectious disease killer, with 1.25 million deaths. Most cases are concentrated in Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Western Pacific. Despite available prevention and treatment tools, access remains limited, prompting calls for improved testing.