We provide patient education, support access to medication to treat tuberculosis (TB), conduct contact tracing, undertake workplace TB screening to find infection, and facilitate referrals to other services.
As the statewide provider of public health services for TB, the Victorian Tuberculosis Program (VTP) has services for:
- People affected by TB
- Healthcare providers with patients affected by TB
- Pharmacists supplying medications for TB
At the Victorian Tuberculosis Program (VTP), we work with you to achieve your healthiest life, through high-quality, culturally responsive care.
Find out moreThe Victorian Tuberculosis Program team is an educational resource available for consultation with health professionals about TB and contact management.
Find out moreThe supply of medications for the treatment of tuberculosis (TB) is managed through the Victorian Tuberculosis Program in conjunction with the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Pharmacy.
Find out moreActive tuberculosis (TB) is a notifiable disease in Victoria.
All cases must be reported to the Department of Health by the patient’s treating doctor or the testing laboratory within 5 days of diagnosis.