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Researchers have developed a promising new compound, CMX410, that targets a vital enzyme in tuberculosis bacteria, showing effectiveness against drug-resistant strains and offering hope for improved treatments for the deadliest infectious disease.
Tuberculosis, a disease historically known as consumption or the White Plague, is seeing a resurgence, with cases reaching a record high according to the World Health Organization. In 2023, TB became the leading infectious disease killer, surpassing COVID-19, with over 1.25 million deaths globally. The increase in cases, particularly in Texas, is attributed to factors like international travel and the emergence of drug-resistant strains. The U.S. has seen its highest number of TB cases in over a decade, with Texas reporting the second highest number of cases in 2022.