The phrase "tuberculosis cases" refers to the number of people who have been diagnosed with tuberculosis, which is a contagious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. Full definition
The number of tuberculosis cases in New York City suddenly jumped by 10 percent last year — the largest increase since 1992, according to the Health Department. (nystateofpolitics.com)
«Number of tuberculosis cases in India is double current estimates, says new study.» (sciencedaily.com)
Nearly 40 % of all drug - resistant tuberculosis cases occur in Russia, India, the Philippines, and South Africa — accounting for more than 230000 cases of drug - resistant disease in 2015. (sciencedaily.com)