Kansas and Wyandotte County Health Departments’ Disputes May Have Delayed TB Response

Kansas and Wyandotte County Health Departments' Disputes May Have Delayed TB Response

The Kansas tuberculosis (TB) outbreak has posed significant public health challenges, especially in Wyandotte and Johnson counties. Escalating Tensions During the Outbreak Emails obtained through records requests reveal rising tensions between WCPHD’s former director, Elisha Caldwell, and KDHE officials. Conflicts arose over basic operational issues, such as: August 2024: Caldwell objected to KDHE’s use of … Read more

Kansas Battles Largest TB Outbreak In History- Nearly 70 Cases And Counting

Kansas Battles Largest TB Outbreak In History- Nearly 70 Cases And Counting

Kansas is grappling with an unprecedented tuberculosis (TB) outbreak, with 67 active cases and 79 latent infections recorded in the Kansas City metro area as of early 2024. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has confirmed that this is the largest TB outbreak in the state’s history, predominantly affecting Wyandotte County and Johnson … Read more