The CDC updates on its investigation into a case of extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR TB), advising potential exposure notifications for passengers and crew on two trans-Atlantic flights. This public health action highlights the ongoing challenges in managing XDR TB outbreaks.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides the following update regarding its investigation and public health actions related to a patient with extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR TB). CDC is recommending that passengers and crew on two trans-Atlantic flights taken by the patient be notified of potential exposure to tuberculosis and evaluated for TB...
Original title: “CDC Media Update: XDR TB Public Health Investigation”