Everything Is Tuberculosis explores the history, persistence, and global impact of tuberculosis (TB), a disease that continues to claim millions of lives annually despite being treatable and preventable. The book intertwines the personal narrative of a young TB patient, Henry Reider, whom the author met during a 2019 trip to Sierra Leone, with the broader scientific, medical, and social histories of tuberculosis.

The narrative illustrates how human choices have contributed to the continued persistence of TB and advocates for better healthcare access and increased global awareness of TB. Through personal stories and historical analysis, the author emphasizes the global health inequities and the need for urgent intervention to combat this deadly disease