Hundreds tested for possible tuberculosis exposure at Walton HS

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Per WSBTV- Around 300 students and staff members at Walton High School were tested for tuberculosis on Tuesday after a possible exposure.

The Cobb & Douglas County Public Health Department confirmed to Channel 2 Action News that it, along with Cobb County Schools, has identified those who may have been exposed to the infection.

Per HIPAA guidelines, the department and district are not allowed to release the names of those who have been possibly infected.

Parents told Channel 2 Action News they are glad to hear of efforts by the health department and school district to contain the spread of infection and prevent a tuberculosis outbreak.

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