Air-quality review underway at Uxbridge High after multiple teachers diagnosed with breast cancer

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Air-quality review underway at Uxbridge High after multiple teachers diagnosed with breast cancer
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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health will conduct air-quality tests at Uxbridge High School after several teachers were diagnosed with breast cancer or precancerous conditions. While officials say there is no immediate danger, the district is coordinating with health authorities to determine if environmental factors or building infrastructure (HVAC, plumbing, etc.) could be involved and is gathering information from affected teachers as part of the review.

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