The Hidden Lung Infection Impacting Millions: World NTM Day Puts Spotlight on Awareness

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Did you know that more than 100,000 Americans could live with lung disease from non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), many without diagnosis? On August 4th, non-tuberculosis mycobacteria are considered World NTM Awareness Day for the purpose of raising awareness and reporting on this disease. According to the non-profit organization, NTM Info & Research (NTMir), non-tuberculosis mycobacteria are environmental bacteria found in water and soil. Alth…