Communicable Diseases

Communicable Disease Clinic

The Communicable Disease Clinic provides testing, screening, and treatment services for tuberculosis (TB) and other communicable diseases.

TB Screening and Services

• TB Skin Testing (PPD):
  • Available Monday and Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Available Wednesday and Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Not available on Thursdays
  • Fee: $20.00 (for school and work requirements)
• TB Blood Test (Quantiferon-TB Gold):
  • Available Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Available Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Fee: $40.00 (for school, work, and immigration requirements)

Next Steps After Screening

• If your TB screening is positive, an appointment will be scheduled for a nurse interview and chest x-ray to determine next steps.
• A positive TB test does not necessarily mean you have active TB disease. If needed, a physician may recommend preventive therapy with antibiotics.
• If an active TB infection is detected, additional testing will be conducted to determine the best treatment approach.
• If treatment is prescribed, medications will be provided at no cost.