University of Guarda confirms tuberculosis case, assures normal operations

Health authorities have contacted all close contacts and assure there is no cause for alarm or disruption to academic activities.

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The Polytechnic University of Guarda (UPG) reported today on a case of pulmonary tuberculosis within its academic community, assuring that activities will continue normally following coordination with the Health Authority.

In response to concerns raised within the academic community regarding the identification of a pulmonary tuberculosis case, the Rectorate of the Polytechnic University of Guarda (UPG) assures that the situation has been monitored from the outset, in close coordination with the Health Authority of the Local Health Unit of Guarda.
According to information provided by the Public Health Unit, all individuals identified by the Directorate of the School of Technology and Management as having been in contact with the case during the analyzed period have already been contacted. The Health Authority has individually assessed the risk and identified those requiring screening, who will be summoned by the competent health services.
A direct conversation today between the Rectorate and the Health Delegate confirmed that there is no reason to alter the normal functioning of academic activities. The situation is being monitored by health authorities according to applicable procedures.
UPG will continue to cooperate with the authorities, safeguarding the confidentiality of those involved and prioritizing the health and safety of the academic community. The Rectorate urges for serenity and trust in the guidance of health authorities, discouraging the dissemination of unconfirmed information.
Based on information from the official source: Instituto Politécnico da Guarda (IPG) (13/11/2026)