California Schools Face Tuberculosis Exposure as Health Officials Respond
California health officials are addressing tuberculosis exposures at multiple schools, with confirmed cases in Fresno and San Diego counties. At Justin Garza High School in Fresno, one active infection was identified, though it remains unclear if it involves a student or staff member. Health officials have confirmed that 22 out of 169 people exposed have tested positive for the infection, but none are currently symptomatic. In San Diego, a potential exposure was reported at Sunset Elementary School in San Ysidro, with the exposure period spanning from July to October 2025. Health authorities are collaborating with schools for contact tracing and testing, urging those feeling unwell to stay home. Tuberculosis, a bacterial disease primarily affecting the lungs, can manifest in active or latent forms, with symptoms including persistent cough, fatigue, and weight loss. 
