Two cases of tuberculosis have been detected at Bordeaux Prison, also known as the Montreal Detention Centre, since the start of summer, according to exclusive reporting by Noovo Info.
Montreal Public Health told CTV News that the first case of tuberculosis was reported at the beginning of May.
“Following an assessment of the situation, the duration of exposure and physical characteristics of the prison environment, we recommended screening for significant contacts on-site for inmates and staff and also contacted those who had left the facility,” Montreal Public Health spokesperson Jean-Nicolas Aubé said in a statement.
A second case of active tuberculosis was reported in July.
“As with the first case, screening for significant contacts was offered according to usual protocols and guidelines.”
Additionally, Aubé said the situation is “under control” and “no significant increase in tuberculosis cases” in the prison is expected.
According to information obtained by Noovo Info, one …