On February 21, 2026, the Malaysian Ministry of Health reported an increase in new cases of tuberculosis (TB) nationwide during the period of February 8-14. As of February 24, 2026, the highest number of TB cases in Malaysia (755 cases) was in Sabah, followed by 596 cases in Selangor and 332 cases in Sarawak. With this finding, the cumulative number of tuberculosis cases in Malaysia reached 3,161 cases. It was mentioned that being in a crowded, enclosed, and poorly ventilated room can increase the risk of transmission, especially if there are individuals with active TB who have not been treated. The Malaysian Ministry of Health also emphasized that public awareness and proactive measures are very important to support early detection, effective treatment, and prevention of TB spread.