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This leaflet provides general advice on bovine tuberculosis (TB) for people at higher risk of exposure, mainly farmers and those involved with farms and livestock.
Incidence, treatment and prevention of tuberculosis (TB) in Northern Ireland using data up until the end of 2024.
Tuberculosis (TB)
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is spread by airborne droplets. The risk of infection depends upon duration of exposure, the intensity of the exposure, and the immune status of the person exposed.
This booklet provides advice on the BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin) vaccination which offers protection against tuberculosis (TB).