The Ministry of Health in Grenada has announced that it is currently investigating cases of tuberculosis.

It states of particular concern is that children are among those affected.

The health ministry explains Grenada typically records two to three cases of TB each year. However, three (3) active cases have already been confirmed so far this year.

It assures that those persons are currently in isolation, receiving the necessary treatment.

WHAT IS TUBERCULOSIS?

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by bacteria that most often affects the lungs. It spreads through the air when people with TB cough, sneeze or spit.

Common symptoms of TB are:

• prolonged cough (sometimes with blood);
• chest pain;
• weakness;
• fatigue;
• weight loss;
• fever; and
• night sweats