Mums who gave birth in Singleton Hospital in Swansea, South Wales, have been contacted by health services, with management requesting them to bring their babies in for screening for the infectious disease.
According to reports, dozens of babies born between January and March of this year have been called in for screening for the infectious disease. Health bosses did, however, emphasise that the screenings were “precautionary”, assuring concerned parents that the possibility of infection was “very low”.
Dr Sarah Hayes, who is Director of Public Health at Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board, said: “The safety of the babies is our priority. Although the infection level and the risk of spreading are very low, we want to ensure everyone is safe and well.”
She added: “The families of babies who were in the unit at the same time as the confirmed case have been contacted directly by their GP or health visitor.”
A consultant neonatologist confirmed that they were so far not aware of any cases associated with the neonatal unit at Singleton Hospital.
For more information on the symptoms and treatment for TB, check out this article.
