Is tb a bloodborne pathogen?
I recently watched a documentary about different diseases, and it got me thinking. Is TB considered a bloodborne pathogen? I'm trying to understand how it spreads properly.
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6 months ago
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Ha ha, no, thankfully it's not another thing to worry about via blood. We have enough blood tests already, no? TB spreads through the air, so easier to catch but at least not from a blood sample gone wrong!
6 months ago
No, it's not a bloodborne pathogen. It travels through the air when someone coughs or sneezes. Still, if you have any doubts about symptoms or how it spreads, it's always safest to get it checked by a doctor.
7 months ago
Based on my health app's info and what I've read, TB is an airborne disease, not bloodborne. It's caused by bacteria spread by droplets. Knowing these basics helps to manage fears and take proper precautions.
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6 months ago
Bete, no, TB is not something that comes from blood. It comes when someone with the sickness coughs in front of you. Stay away from such people, and keep yourself strong with good food. Home remedies like turmeric milk can help build immunity, but not for curing TB.
7 months ago
Correct, TB is airborne, not bloodborne. Good to know the difference.