Queensland Tuberculosis Control Program (QTCP)

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Functions of the Queensland Tuberculosis Control Program (QTCP)

The program is coordinated by the Queensland Tuberculosis Control Centre and regional tuberculosis control units in Toowoomba, Rockhampton, Townsville and Cairns.

The statewide program involves:
	supporting prevention initiatives such as: vaccination programs for babies and adults screening high-risk groups including health workers, overseas students, overseas travellers and migrants contact tracing and screening of people associated with tuberculosis patients;
	providing expert medical treatment for patients with tuberculosis and associated mycobacterial diseases, involving: over 1,000 free clinics with medical specialists each year monitoring and supervision of TB medication during treatment home and hospital visits during TB treatment;
	education for health care and education facilities (as requested).

Contact us for further information on the program.