阿肯色州今年报告的肺结核病例超过100例,是15年来最高的。 Arkansas reports over 100 tuberculosis cases this year, the highest in 15 years.
阿肯色州结核病病例大幅上升, 据州卫生部称,今年15年来首次超过100例。 Arkansas has seen a significant rise in tuberculosis cases, reaching over 100 this year for the first time in 15 years, according to the state's Department of Health. 肺结核是一种可能致命的空气传播疾病,它影响肺部,并可能导致持续咳嗽、发烧和体重下降等症状。 Tuberculosis, a potentially deadly airborne disease, affects the lungs and can lead to symptoms like persistent cough, fever, and weight loss. 这一疾病对非洲裔美国人、太平洋岛民和西班牙裔人的影响格外严重。 The disease disproportionately impacts African Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Hispanics. 最容易发生严重并发症的人包括婴儿、幼儿、老年人和免疫杂乱症患者。 Those most at risk for severe complications include babies, young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.