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Pennsylvania teenager diagnosed with tuberculosis went to school Monday, officials say

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Pennsylvania high school student diagnosed with tuberculosis showed up to school without a doctor's clearance.

School staff "immediately isolated the student and sent them home," superintendent says.

Officials: No public health action is currently necessary for the district.

School employees "thoroughly cleaned" the spaces occupied by the student, he says.

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formal

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English

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