Only someone with active TB has significant symptoms and can spread the disease to others, but it's still important to know if you have the less serious stages of the disease as primary and latent ...

Whereas Active disease requires four medications that can be given for up to 6 months to a year.If you think that you may have tuberculosis, Meghan suggests that you first examine your symptoms.

Only someone with active TB has significant symptoms and can spread the disease to others, but it's still important to know if you have the less serious stages of the disease as primary and latent ...

Latent tuberculosis may not actively spread symptoms, though if untreated, it can develop into active TB later. Efective ways to stop the spread of tuberculosis: Wash your hands regularly.

Tuberculosis remains a major health challenge in South Africa, but professional nurse Nhlanhla Mofokeng is determined to change that through education, compassion, and community support.