Is turbuculosis disease a current threat or a historical problem?
Biology · High School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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Tuberculosis (TB) is both a current threat and a historical problem. Historically, it has been a significant cause of illness and death worldwide, especially before the advent of effective antibiotics. The disease has been documented throughout human history, with evidence of its presence found in ancient mummies.
In modern times, while significant progress has been made in controlling tuberculosis, it remains a current threat. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), TB is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide and the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent, ranking above HIV/AIDS. In 2020, an estimated 10 million people fell ill with TB worldwide, and around 1.5 million people died from the disease.