Missouri uses wastewater monitoring to prepare for FIFA World Cup visitors in Kansas City

As Kansas City welcomes visitors for FIFA World Cup matches, DHSS and other public health officials are using an unusual but effective tool to monitor potential health threats: wastewater. By tracking what’s found in community wastewater systems, experts can detect emerging health trends early and provide valuable information to hospitals, emergency managers, and local leaders.We’ll explore how wastewater monitoring is helping Missouri track infectious disease trends and prepare for a global event that’s expected to bring unprecedented attention to the region.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.