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Cumberland County investigating confirmed Tuberculosis case at Seventy-First High School
ABC11 News • • health
Key Points:
- Cumberland County Department of Public Health is investigating a confirmed tuberculosis (TB) case at Seventy-First High School in Fayetteville, with over 260 potential close contacts identified and notified for screening.
- The health department is collaborating with state and school officials to manage the situation and provide TB testing to those exposed, while stating there is no known ongoing exposure at this time.
- Parents and students expressed frustration and concern over the lack of direct communication from school officials about the TB case, with some families feeling uninformed and worried about the health risks.
- Students reported confusion and fear on campus, noting inconsistent messaging and the absence of clear information regarding TB precautions or protocols.
- Health authorities emphasize the seriousness of TB symptoms, which include prolonged cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss, and encourage those exposed to undergo recommended testing.
