Tuberculosis case reported in Camden County, New Jersey

Camden County health officials reported that a resident was diagnosed with active tuberculosis after seeking care in mid-February; the patient was isolated and began treatment, and county officials are working with the state to identify possible exposures.

A resident of Camden County, New Jersey, was diagnosed with active tuberculosis, county health officials said. The person went to a local hospital on Feb. 12 and laboratory testing confirmed the diagnosis; county officials were notified on Feb. 17. The patient was placed in isolation at the hospital and began treatment on Feb. 19. The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services said it is working with the New Jersey Department of Health to identify individuals who may have been exposed. Key details: - The resident sought care on Feb. 12 and a laboratory test confirmed active tuberculosis. - Camden County was notified on Feb. 17 and the patient began treatment and isolation on Feb. 19. - County officials are coordinating with the New Jersey Department of Health to identify possible exposures. - Household members are being tested and, at this time, no household members or close contacts have reported TB-associated symptoms. Summary: Health officials say the investigation and testing of contacts are ongoing and are being coordinated with the state health department. Undetermined at this time whether there are additional public exposures.