A recent case of tuberculosis has been confirmed at Penn Wood Middle School in Darby, Delaware County. According to the Delaware County Department of Health, the person tested positive for the disease, and the school has been working with the health department to prevent the spread of infection.

Tuberculosis is a contagious bacterial infection that affects the lungs and can spread through coughing, sneezing, and speaking. The health department has advised parents to watch for symptoms such as fever, coughing, and chest pain, and to seek medical attention if they suspect their child may have been exposed.

The school has been working with the health department to ensure that all students and staff are safe, and that the infection does not spread. The school has implemented additional cleaning protocols and is working with the health department to monitor the situation.

The Delaware County Department of Health is urging all parents to be aware of the signs and symptoms of tuberculosis, and to seek medical attention if they suspect their child may have been exposed.

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