In 2023, England experienced an 11% increase in tuberculosis notifications, marking the largest year-on-year rise since 2000, according to the UK Health Security Agency. There were 4855 notifications in 2023, up from 4380 in 2022. Despite still being considered a country with low incidence, with 8.5 notifications per 100,000 population, England may struggle to meet the World Health Organization’s elimination goals if the current trend continues. The rise in tuberculosis cases highlights the importance of continued efforts to control and prevent the spread of this infectious disease in England.
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Tuberculosis: Health chiefs issue warning over rise in cases
