Kansas reports tuberculosis outbreak with 67 active cases and new Michigan infection

Kansas is experiencing a tuberculosis outbreak, with 67 active cases confirmed in 2025 and nearly 400 people monitored for exposure. A new case has also been reported in a Michigan high school. In 2023, the U.S. saw a 15.6% increase in tuberculosis cases, totaling 9,633. The disease is preventable and curable, but access to medical care has declined since the COVID-19 pandemic, contributing to rising numbers. Tuberculosis primarily affects the lungs and spreads through the air from those with active symptoms. Risk factors include a weakened immune system and diabetes. Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent the disease from becoming active.