In Indonesia, tuberculosis (TB) is a leading cause of death. In 2012, there were an estimated 59,000 deaths from tuberculosis. This number is down from the estimated 83,000 deaths in 2002.
Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that most often affects the lungs. It can also affect other parts of the body, including the brain, kidneys, or spine. TB is spread through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. It can also be spread through contact with infected …