Can you catch tuberculosis from kissing?

Tuberculosis germs don't stick to clothing or skin; they hang out in the air. You also can't get TB by: Giving an infected person a hug or a kiss. Using the same toothbrush.Dec 16, 2009 read more

Actually, no. You can't get TB by touching an infected person. Tuberculosis germs don't stick to clothing or skin; they hang out in the air. read more

You cannot get TB germs from: • Sharing drinking containers or eating utensils. • Smoking or sharing cigarettes with others. • Saliva shared from kissing. TB is NOT spread through shaking someone’s hand, sharing food, touching bed linens or toilet seats, or sharing toothbrushes. read more