County health authorities are collaborating with the Sweetwater Union School District to inform students and staff members about possible exposure to tuberculosis at Southwest High School, officials said.
The potential exposure occurred over an extended period spanning from late June 2025 through early March 2026, according to health officials. The eight-month window raises concerns about the number of individuals who may have come into contact with the infectious disease.
Tuberculosis is a serious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs and spreads through the air when infected individuals cough or sneeze. Health officials typically conduct contact tracing and testing for those who may have been exposed to the disease.
The district is working alongside county health officials to manage the situation and ensure that affected students and staff receive appropriate notifications and guidance regarding next steps for testing and monitoring.