NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — There is a negative test after a measles scare at Currey Ingram Academy in Brentwood.
According to a letter sent out to the community:
"We appreciate your patience as we awaited further information regarding yesterday’s communication about a potential measles case on campus," the school nurse Leigh Ann Johnson wrote in an email. "We have received communication and the results are negative for measles. As a reminder, if your student is experiencing a fever or other signs of illness, please keep them home and consult your healthcare provider."
There have been no confirmed cases in Tennessee yet.
"Tennessee does not have any current, reported measles cases," said Bill Christian, spokesperson for the Tennessee Department of Health. "Tennesseans — especially those with national or international travel plans — can take precautions now by speaking with their doctor regarding immunizations. Tennesseans who wish to stay up-to-date on their immunizations can do so with their medical provider or by reaching out to their local health department for information."
Do you have more information about this story? You can email me at kelly.broderick@newschannel5.com.
Here’s a beautiful story of how one mother turned her grief journey into a gathering of gratitude… and organ donation awareness.
Robb Coles highlights a special event organized by Cari Hollis – whose 26-year old son Austin died two years ago. Austin agreed to be an organ donor – and that single gesture saved multiple lives.
Cari reached out to as many recipients she could find – several of whom traveled to Nashville for an emotional celebration in Austin’s honor. One woman – whose life was saved by receiving Austin’s lungs – put it simply: “He’s my angel”.
- Rhori Johnston
