Tuberculosis: History and Impact

What is the bacterium responsible for causing tuberculosis?

• Staphylococcus aureus

• Escherichia coli

• Mycobacterium tuberculosis

• Streptococcus pneumoniae

Which ancient civilization's writings first mentioned tuberculosis?

• Egyptian

• Roman

• Chinese

• Indian

During the Middle Ages, what was believed to cure tuberculosis?

• Magic spells

• Bloodletting

• The royal touch

• Herbal remedies

In 19th century New England, what was tuberculosis mistakenly associated with?

• Witchcraft

• Ghosts

• Demons

• Vampires

Who discovered that tuberculosis is a bacterial infectious disease?

• Robert Koch

• Edward Jenner

• Alexander Fleming

• Louis Pasteur