Hello from Alaska,

I would appreciate hearing about any routine school TB testing or TB risk assessments requirements in your state. My understanding is that most states do not have require school based TB testing or TB risk assessments.

In Alaska

· Annual TB testing (TST or IGRA) is required in our school districts categorized as “high risk”.

·  A one-time TB risk assessment is required for new students in our school districts categorized as “low risk”. TB testing is only done if a TB risk is identified.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks,

Donna

Donna Fearey, ANP, MSN

Nurse Epidemiologist
State of Alaska
3601 C Street, Suite 540
Anchorage, AK  99503
Phone: 907-269-8093
Fax: 907-563-7868
Cell: 907-903-9819