Kansas City officials monitor disease spread ahead of World Cup visitor arrival

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Jackson County Public Health officials say preparations to manage disease spread during the FIFA World Cup began years ago, with strategic communication and data collection at the center of their plan. More than 650,000 visitors are expected in the Kansas City region during the month-long event.

Coordinated monitoring across state lines

Health officials say they are working with neighboring government agencies across Missouri and Kansas to track disease trends. The Kansas Department of Health launched a new travel and health webpage this month ahead of the World Cup…

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