There’s a vaccine ailable for tuberculosis. However, it’s not commonly given in the United States. One reason why is that tuberculosis is no longer as common in the United States as it once was.
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infection caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It most often affects the lungs. It’s contagious, meaning that it can be transmitted from person to person.
This article will go into more detail about the TB vaccine, who needs it, and what to know about its safety and effectiveness.