Two Hawaii schools tested in TB scare
Published: Feb. 19, 2008 at 5:27 PM
HONOLULU, Feb. 19 (UPI) -- More than 100 Hawaiian students and faculty were tested for exposure to tuberculosis Tuesday.
The tests were ordered at Kahuku High School and Intermediate Schools after a teacher contracted the disease.
The Honolulu Advertiser said the state Department of Health compiled a list of students and staff members who had contact with the teacher.
The tests were ordered at Kahuku High School and Intermediate Schools after a teacher contracted the disease.
The Honolulu Advertiser said the state Department of Health compiled a list of students and staff members who had contact with the teacher.
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