 Tuberculosis meningitis, TBM, is a severe form of tuberculosis which can be life threatening if not diagnosed and treated promptly. It is estimated that there are approximately 164,000 cases of TBM worldwide, with 23% of these cases occurring in individuals who are also infected with HID. Most cases occur in Southeast Asia and Africa, where the majority of deaths related to TBM In 2019 alone, it is estimated that 78,200 people died from TBM, accounting for 48% of all TB cases. This is largely due to the fact that TBM is often misdiagnosed or undiagnosed, resulting in delayed treatment and higher mortality rates. Improved detection methods and better access to healthcare services are needed to reduce the number of deaths caused by TBM. This article was authored by Peter J. Dodd, Mohammed Osman, Fiona V, Cresswell, and others. We are article.tv, links in the description below.