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TB Outbreak in Edmonton’s Unhoused Community | Toronto News
Five people in Edmonton now confirmed with tuberculosis linked to a yearlong outbreak among the unhoused — but public risk remains low. Health officials are tracing contacts and ramping up support, highlighting how housing instability, limited care access, and crowded shelters fuel the spread. While treatable with antibiotics, long-term adherence is hard without stable shelter. Experts stress that solving this requires tackling root social issues — not fear — through compassion and coordinated community action. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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