Tuberculosis (TB)
Harrow Council is addressing a significant rise in tuberculosis cases, particularly among non-UK born residents, with public health officials recommending a multi-pronged approach.
Harrow Council is currently addressing a significant increase in tuberculosis (TB) cases, having the second-highest incidence in England. A detailed assessment presented to the Harrow Health and Wellbeing Board in March 2026 highlighted that 95% of active TB cases between January 2023 and December 2025 were among individuals born outside the UK.
Public health officials noted a particular concern regarding a rise in cases among those born in India who had been in the UK for less than five years, alongside an increase in drug-resistant TB. They are recommending a multi-pronged approach to tackle the issue.
Key facts
- Harrow has the second-highest incidence of tuberculosis in England. Source
- 95% of active TB cases in Harrow between January 2023 and December 2025 were among individuals born outside the UK. Source
- The Harrow Health and Wellbeing Board discussed TB on March 12, 2026. Source
- An increase in drug-resistant TB has been noted in Harrow. Source
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