TB vaccination

Tuberculosis prevention injection

TB vaccination is immunization against tuberculosis, typically using the BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) vaccine.

The vaccine is standard in countries where tuberculosis remains common but is not routine in the United States, where the disease is rare.

TB vaccination is required for school enrollment in many countries.

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