Tuberculosis Infection Control and Prevention in Bulgaria

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and it most often affects the lungs. In Bulgaria, the incidence of tuberculosis has decreased from 27,9 cases per 100,000 people in 2011 to 9,7 cases per 100,000 people in 2021. The number of registered cases of tuberculosis varies significantly by region. In Northwestern and Central Bulgaria, the incidence is above the national average. TB spread control should be carried out by conducting specific immunoprophylaxis, providing timely diagnosis and treatment of new patients, reducing poverty, and providing access to health education for the most vulnerable groups.