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Johns Creek High School put on alert about tuberculosis exposure
By Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A school in Johns Creek is on alert after receiving a letter from the Fulton County Board of Health about a tuberculosis diagnosis. Fulton County Schools told Atlanta News First that the letter was sent to Johns Creek High School students and staff at the healt...
Key takeaway Fulton County Schools told Atlanta News First that the letter was sent to Johns Creek High School students and staff at the health board’s request.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The tuberculosis exposure alert at Johns Creek High School raises concerns about public health in the North Fulton area. With students and staff potentially exposed, the Fulton County Board of Health's prompt action in notifying the community and providing free testing is crucial. The fact that the North Fulton Regional Health Center facility in Alpharetta will host testing and result days in June and July indicates a coordinated response to contain the potential outbreak. As the school community navigates this situation, it's worth noting that tuberculosis can spread through the air, making it essential for those who have had close contact with the diagnosed individual to undergo screenings. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's guidance on symptoms will likely be closely followed by parents and staff, who will be watching for signs such as chest pains, weight loss, and coughing up blood or phlegm.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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