One of the players of PSV 1 has been diagnosed with active tuberculosis. The player is doing well under the circumstances. Although the chance of further infection is small, the situation is being closely monitored according to the standard protocols of the GGD.
The situation was reported to GGD Brabant-Zuidoost. The attending pulmonologist, the PSV medical staff and the GGD Brabant-Zuidoost immediately took all necessary measures. Among other things, a source and contact investigation was started and those involved were informed. Together with GGD Brabant-Zuidoost, the standard protocols will continue to be followed and implemented. For now, there are no indications that people in the vicinity of the infected player have been infected.
Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium that usually affects the lungs. In the active form, the bacteria can be spread through the air. "The risk of infection for people around the patient is limited. In the open air, there is no risk of infection anyway," said lung specialist Pascal Wielders, who works at GGD Brabant-Zuidoost.
PSV supports the player in his recovery and asks to respect the players' privacy. When there are relevant updates, we will share them through our official channels. The club is not responding to requests otherwise at this time. Under AVG legislation, PSV is not entitled to be more specific about the identity of the selection member involved.