Tuberculosis Program

The goal of the Tuberculosis Program is to stop the spread of tuberculosis. This is done through targeted testing, early diagnosis and treatment.

What services are provided by the Health Department?

Due to budget cuts we not able to offer TB skin tests at the health department at this time.
We offer Quantiferon blood tests for referred clients.
Provide case management to people diagnosed with tuberculosis that do not have insurance or a primary care provider.
Conduct contact investigations to ensure that people who have been exposed to tuberculosis are offered appropriate screening.
Provide consultation to health care providers in the community.

Are confidential.
Cost is not a barrier for treatment.
The staff who serve our clients have expert knowledge and provide compassionate care.
Interpreters are available on request at no charge to the client.

Here is our community resource list:

Healthworks Northwest
91 SW Chehalis Ave.
Chehalis, WA 98532
360-740-0444

The Quick Clinic
208 Centralia College Blvd.
Centralia, WA 98531
360-736-0256

Steck Clinic
1299 Bishop Rd.
Chehalis, WA 98532
360-740-4020

Valley View Health Center
2690 NE Kresky Ave.
Chehalis, WA 98532
360-330-9595

For more information:
Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Division of TB Elimination

"Tuberculosis: Get the Facts" - a short brochure from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Questions? Call (360) 740–1223 or stop by the third floor of the Public Health building.