Tuberculosis breakthrough as scientists develop risk prediction tool

Data from tens of thousands of people around the world used to identify those at highest risk of active TB before they get sick

Scientists have developed a new tool to predict the chances of a person developing tuberculosis, which could help limit the spread of the disease and improve the life chances of millions of people .

Researchers at University College London (UCL) said they believe they have produced an algorithm that could help eliminate the disease in some countries.