# Tuberculosis outbreak in Ivry-sur-Seine

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tuberculosis-outbreak-in-ivry-sur-seine
> Updated: 2026-08-18T05:05:00.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

A tuberculosis situation was declared in Ivry-sur-Seine, located in the Val-de-Marne department of France, following notification from the Regional Health Agency (ARS) on August 8, 2026. The anti-tuberculosis fighting center (Clat) in Créteil was mobilized to manage infected individuals and their contacts.

By August 11, health authorities reported that two individuals had been identified with a ‘low-contagiousness’ form of the disease. The investigation expanded to include contact tracing for individuals who attended an elementary school and a leisure center in the commune. While national tuberculosis incidence in France saw an 8% decrease in 2024, the Île-de-France region remains one of the most affected areas in the country.

## Claims

- Two individuals have been identified with a low-contagiousness form of tuberculosis. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- An investigation has been launched to identify and screen contact cases following a tuberculosis discovery in Ivry-sur-Seine. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The incidence of tuberculosis in France in 2024 decreased by approximately 8% compared to 2023. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Ile-de-France region, French Guiana, and Mayotte are the areas most affected by tuberculosis in France. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The World Health Organization estimates approximately 10 million new tuberculosis cases occur globally every year. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-18: Ivry-sur-Seine tuberculosis case triggers contact tracing in France

French health authorities are investigating tuberculosis contact cases in Ivry-sur-Seine after a person at a local school and leisure center tested positive. National incidence is reportedly declining.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ivry-sur-seine-tuberculosis-case-triggers-contact-tracing-in-france

### 2026-08-09: Ivry-sur-Seine declares tuberculosis situation

A tuberculosis situation has been declared in Ivry-sur-Seine, France. Health authorities have mobilized the Créteil anti-tuberculosis center to manage cases and contacts.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ivry-sur-seine-declares-tuberculosis-situation

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