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Kansas is currently experiencing the most significant tuberculosis (TB) outbreak ever recorded in the United States. Since 2024, health officials have identified 67 active TB cases and 79 latent infections, primarily in Wyandotte and Johnson counties. This surge marks the largest documented TB outbreak since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) began monitoring the disease in the 1950s.
Current Situation:
- Active Cases: As of January 24, 2025, there are 60 active TB cases in Wyandotte County and seven. . .