I had TB 10 years ago, am I safe from TB now?

TB treatment is very successful and is designed to eradicate all TB bacteria, providing that all the tablets are taken in the way the doctors instructed.  However, it is possible to get TB more than once in your lifetime.

TB is caused by exposure to TB bacteria, so if you are exposed later in life you may become ill again. The best protection is to keep your immune system strong with nutritious food and a healthy lifestyle.