TB Still Kills Thousands Yearly—Here's Why Local Programs Matter
World TB Day: A conversation with Public Health’s TB Officer – PUBLIC HEALTH INSIDER
We rarely hear about someone being sick with tuberculosis (TB) – much less dying from it – here in King County. And yet, Public Health has an entire program and clinic dedicated to TB. In light of King County Board of Health recognizing tomorrow, March 24, as World Tuberculosis Day, we sat down for a Q&A with Public Health’s Dr. Caitlin Reed, the Medical Officer for Public Health’s TB Program, so we can learn more about this local public health success story.
King County's tuberculosis program remains largely invisible despite TB's global threat, claiming thousands of lives annually. Public Health's dedicated TB clinic and comprehensive program represent a local success story worth understanding. Dr. Caitlin Reed, Medical Officer for the TB Program, highlights how continued vigilance prevents TB resurgence in the community.
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