Alderman Raises Concerns about Potential Tuberculosis Outbreak at Migrant Shelters in Chicago
Alderman Raymond Lopez has been expressing concern about a potential tuberculosis outbreak at migrant shelters in Chicago. Health officials have confirmed a small number of tuberculosis cases at these shelters, prompting Lopez to warn officials about the crisis since August.
Ambulance receipts showing positive tuberculosis tests first raised red flags for Lopez earlier this year. However, health officials have not disclosed the number of migrants testing positive or which shelters are affected. This lack of transparency has added to the alderman’s anxiety about the situation.
This is not the first health scare involving migrants in Chicago, as migrants have previously tested positive for measles. Lopez believes that the outbreak could have been avoided if migrants were required to have standard American vaccines. In fact, Chicago has reported 56 of the 97 measles cases nationwide in 2024.
One of Lopez’s main concerns is the potential for migrant children entering public schools without vaccination requirements. However, he has faced backlash, being accused of being anti-immigrant and xenophobic when raising these concerns.
Despite the criticism, Lopez stands by his beliefs, stating that he believes the truth will eventually come out about the situation. He also expressed frustration about Americans feeling neglected in favor of migrants receiving services and support.
The City of Chicago did not provide a comment on the issue at this time, leaving many residents and officials on edge about the potential health risks associated with the migrant population in the city. Lopez continues to push for more stringent measures to prevent further outbreaks and protect the health of all residents.
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