Tuberculosis (TB): guidance for staff working with people seeking asylum

Synopsis

Asylum seekers often arrive in the UK from countries in which the incidence of TB is high. Also, they may have been exposed to TB in overcrowded living conditions.  They represent a vulnerable group for TB, so staff working in Induction Centres and dispersed accommodation must be aware of tuberculosis, its recognition and treatment services.

Additional information

These information resources are being evaluated, as part of National Knowledge Service - TB, and we welcome any feedback. The evaluation results will be used to prepare revised versions of these resources.

Evaluation forms in Word format are available from the National Knowledge Service - TB pages.

Last reviewed: 9 December 2011