Nontuberculous mycobacteria are tiny germs found in soil, water, and on both tame and wild animals. They’re harmless to most people. But sometimes when these bacteria get into your body, they can ...

For most Americans, the letters "NTM" don’t mean anything. But for tens of thousands of people across the country, they represent something serious: a chronic lung disease that’s often overlooked, ...

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Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are mycobacteriaceae species that can cause the onset of illness in humans. NTM are present naturally in the soil and air. But NTM are not the causative agents of ...

The Bronchiectasis and NTM Association has accepted UC San Francisco (UCSF) into its Bronchiectasis and NTM Care Center Network (CCN), recognizing UCSF’s dedication to providing high-quality medical ...