California Casino Alerts Visitors After Tuberculosis Case Found in Tribal Member
Tribal Casino Issues Health Alert Following Tuberculosis Detection
A tribal casino in California has informed its guests about a confirmed case of tuberculosis (TB) within its community. Although only one patient has tested positive so far, the tribe has chosen to share this information publicly to keep everyone informed and cautious.
Collaboration with Public Health Authorities
Tuberculosis is an airborne bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. It spreads through tiny droplets released when an infected person coughs or sneezes, making it easy to transmit through close contact.
While TB was once a deadly disease, advances in medical treatment have greatly lowered the risk of severe outcomes. The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, which manages the Cache Creek Casino Resort in Brooks, California, promptly issued a warning after learning that a member of their tribe tested positive.
The tribe has partnered closely with the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency to manage the situation. Their joint efforts include investigating potential exposure and limiting further spread.
Employees at Cache Creek Casino Resort are identifying anyone who may have had extended contact with the infected individual. “Close contact” is defined as spending a cumulative time of at least eight hours near the person with TB, according to the tribe’s announcement.
Although the identity of the affected person has not been publicly disclosed, the message suggests they were either a staff member at the casino or someone present onsite shortly before the diagnosis.
Casino Operations Continue with Precautions
Visitors to Cache Creek Casino Resort are advised to monitor themselves for symptoms such as persistent coughing, tiredness, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, and chest discomfort.
The resort remains open and operational, indicating that authorities are confident the issue is being handled effectively. As of this latest update, no further cases have been reported.