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TB Control (Requirements, Screening, Treatment, Discharge, Education)

Communicable Disease & Public Health Clinical Programs

Help to prevent, identify, and treat tuberculosis through screening, case management, education, discharge planning and coordination with health care providers and community partners. These services support people with TB infection or disease while helping protect families, workplaces, schools and the public.

Tuberculosis (TB) Control Program

San Mateo County’s Tuberculosis (TB) Control program provides priority TB prevention and control activities to help those with TB disease and protect the health of the public.

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Tuberculosis Reporting Requirements

Read the guidelines for healthcare providers on mandatory reporting of suspected or confirmed TB cases to local health authorities.

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Tuberculosis Screening

Get information on TB screening methods, testing locations and result interpretation.

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Treatment of Active Tuberculosis Disease

Get more information on treatment protocols for active tuberculosis disease, including the use of multiple antibiotics and directly observed therapy (DOT) to ensure adherence.

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Treatment of Latent Tuberculosis Infection (Latent TB)

Learn about treatment options for latent TB to prevent progression to active tuberculosis.

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Tuberculosis Hospital Discharge

Get the guidelines and resources for patients being discharged from the hospital, including TB-related care instructions and follow-up recommendations.

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Tuberculosis Immigration Clearance

View the information on TB screening requirements for immigration clearance, including the role of civil surgeons and B-Waivers for individuals with TB.

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Tuberculosis Patient Education

Get educational materials on tuberculosis, including pamphlets, videos and other resources to help patients understand TB prevention, treatment and care.

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Tuberculosis FAQs

Find answers to common questions about TB, including symptoms, testing, treatment and how to prevent its spread.

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