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Local airflow patterns, not ventilation alone, can drive airborne tuberculosis spread
Tuberculosis causes over a million deaths annually and spreads when infected individuals cough, sneeze, or exhale.
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Tuberculosis causes over a million deaths annually and spreads when infected individuals cough, sneeze, or exhale. Researchers note that drug‑resistant strains and asymptomatic transmission are increasing concerns. However, the mechanisms by which local airflow patterns and other environmental factors affect airborne spread remain poorly understood.
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