Saturday, March 24, 2012

Tuberculosis


World Tuberculosis Day, and South Africa leads with the highest rate of infections. Care givers are at risk as well, with more cases of multi drug resistant TB occurring.  With our high incidence of HIV and Aids, infection is easier due to a compromised immune system and is often listed as the cause of death. We are all exposed to it, can be infected and can be carrying without our knowledge. On the positive side, SA is at the forefront of developing a vaccine, with a projected rollout in 2022.
Deon
Pic - Gaurdian

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