Overview
The purpose of this screening study is to identify and screen vulnerable population in Barcelona for active pulmonary tuberculosis
Description
If eligible and verbal consent is obtained, individuals:
- Will attend a small talk/lecture about Tuberculosis (TB) disease
- Will be interviewed and screened for the presence of TB symptoms: cough, blood in sputum, fever, weight loss, night sweats and chills lasting for >2 weeks
- Individuals screened positive for TB will be referred to the hospital for further testing (Chest X-ray, visit, lab tests)
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
-Belonging to a population at high risk for tuberculosis (TB)
Exclusion Criteria:
-Not belonging to a population at high risk for tuberculosis (TB)