(FOX40.COM) — A student in Northern California tested positive for active tuberculosis on Thursday, according to public health officials. • Video Above: How patients and doctors can reduce healthcare costs
Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria that is spread through the air duringprolonged, repeated, and close contact with someone who has TB. Experts said that tuberculosis is uncommon. However, the complications of the disease can be serious. Symptoms can include a persistent cough, fever, night sweats, and unexplained weight loss.
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The infected student is enrolled at Monterey Trail High School in Elk Grove. Sacramento County Public Health said it is working with the Elk Grove Unified School District to contact parents, students, faculty members, and staff who may have been exposed.
“Our community can take comfort in knowing that Elk Grove Unified and county healthofficials are working hand in hand, around the clock, to ensure a swift and coordinatedresponse,” said Lisa Levasseur, Executive Director and School Support at EGUSD.
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The Monterey Trail student who tested positive is currently isolated at home, according to SCPH. The TB exposure happened between April 11 and July 17. Officials said the student is expected to fully recover…