Tuberculosis patient possibly exposed hundreds at Georgia school, amid global rise

A tuberculosis (TB) patient may have exposed hundreds of individuals at a school in Georgia, sparking concerns among health officials who are now assessing the potential risk and monitoring for further spread. This incident aligns with a global resurgence of TB cases, partly due to limited healthcare access during the COVID-19 pandemic, which disru...

  • Published date: 07-11-2024 12:00 AM

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A tuberculosis (TB) patient may have exposed hundreds of individuals at a school in Georgia, sparking concerns among health officials who are now assessing the potential risk and monitoring for further spread. This incident aligns with a global resurgence of TB cases, partly due to limited healthcare access during the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted TB prevention and treatment efforts worldwide. In response, health authorities are conducting screenings and reaching out to families to ensure that any affected individuals receive timely identification and treatment if necessary.