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TB Outbreak Forces Archbishop Riordan High to Remote Learning

2/2/2026

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A tuberculosis outbreak at Archbishop Riordan High School in San Francisco has led to class cancellations and a shift to remote learning.
Over 50 individuals have latent TB, and three active cases have been confirmed.
Classes will stay remote until February 9, followed by a hybrid model through February 20, with return limited to students who have tested negative.
Health officials note that tuberculosis can be fatal if untreated but is treatable with antibiotics.
California's TB incidence is higher than the national average, at 5.4 cases per 100,000 people versus 3 nationwide.

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Story summary

A tuberculosis outbreak at Archbishop Riordan High School in San Francisco has led to class cancellations and a shift to remote learning.
Over 50 individuals have latent TB, and three active cases have been confirmed.
Classes will stay remote until February 9, followed by a hybrid model through February 20, with return limited to students who have tested negative.
Health officials note that tuberculosis can be fatal if untreated but is treatable with antibiotics.
California's TB incidence is higher than the national average, at 5.4 cases per 100,000 people versus 3 nationwide.