Healthy People in Healthy Communities
Tuberculosis Program
The core mission of the TB Program in Multnomah County is to prevent the spread of tuberculosis and reduce its harmful effects on the individual in our community. We do this by focusing on individuals who are at greatest risk by using local data; collaborating with the community; providing culturally appropriate, confidential and non-judgmental services; applying effective, population-based, public health practices and delivering services regardless of ability to pay.
What is Tuberculosis?
Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease that is spread from person to person through the air. TB usually affects the lungs. The germs are put into the air when a person with TB of the lungs coughs, sneezes, laughs, or sings. TB can also affect other parts of the body, such as the brain, the kidney, or the spine. More >>
TB Program Location and Hours
Address:
McCoy Building
426 SW Stark St. 3rd Floor
Portland, OR, 97204
Tri-Met
Smart Park
Phone: 503 988-3417
FAX: 503 988-2917
Hours of operation:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8:00am-11:30am and 1:00pm-5:00pm;
Wednesday - 1:00–5:00pm
Fees
Services provided by the TB Program are free of charge for qualified individuals.
Languages Spoken:
On staff: Spanish, Lao, Russian, Vietnamese, Somali, French, Hmong, Ukrainian. Other languages by appointment only.
Page updated August 20, 2008