Despite efforts to prevent and treat tuberculosis, it continues to be one of the most deadly diseases in the world. However, there is renewed optimism for the development of a vaccine.
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According to the World Health Organization’s latest yearly report, the number of tuberculosis cases worldwide increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic causing disruptions in healthcare services, hindering efforts to combat the illness. Henry Ridgwell has the details.
Source: voanews.com