Massachusetts DPH Probes Uxbridge High Cancer Cluster After Several Teacher Breast Cancer Cases
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Updated · Turn to 10 · Jun 5
Massachusetts DPH Probes Uxbridge High Cancer Cluster After Several Teacher Breast Cancer Cases
3 articles · Updated · Turn to 10 · Jun 5
Summary
Massachusetts health officials inspected Uxbridge High School on Thursday after several teachers were diagnosed with breast cancer or precancerous conditions over recent years.
The Department of Public Health's Indoor Air Quality Unit is examining the building, air quality, water systems and school grounds to see whether any environmental factor could be linked to the cases.
State officials said they have found no evidence of an immediate danger and see no reason to restrict access, so classes will continue during the investigation.
District leaders, parents and the teachers union said staff and families have been kept informed, and the union said early indications do not point to a risk for students or employees.
A final DPH report will be shared with staff and families when the review is complete, though no release timeline has been announced.