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WEST JORDAN — WEST JORDAN — The Salt Lake County Health Department has said that any possibility of bacterial meningitis at Copper Canyon Elementary School has been ruled out.
A suspected case has been determined to be a type of meningitis that is not contagious, according to health department spokeswoman Pam Davenport.
"The kids aren't in jeopardy. The staff is not in jeopardy. No one is in jeopardy of contracting this illness," Davenport said.
The school had sent a precautionary letter to parents Wednesday, telling them to watch for symptoms in their children and to help avoid the spread of disease. The illness is required to be reported to the health department, but a report of negative test results should alleviate any concern.
Parents and staff at the school were notified of the results Thursday.
Anyone with concerns or questions can call the Salt Lake County Health Department at 385-468-4222.
Contributing: McKenzie Romero
