Physicians

This material provides sputum collection tips for healthcare workers to be aware of before, during, and after collection.

This handout describes nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), clinical manifestations, NTM diagnosis, treatment, and action required. The handout also includes 2019 data from the Virginia Department of Health TB Program and links to additional information.

This 90-minute webinar focuses on how anti-black racism impacts African Americans' access to care and the quality of care they receive. The webinar also includes information on specific strategies for clinicians and programs to consider to improve TB care for African American patients.

This clinical bulletin provides information on testing for and treating latent TB information. The bulletin also includes resources for providers, resources for patients, and more! 

The 2024 US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Recommendation Statement reaffirms the importance of early screening for syphilis infection in all pregnant individuals to prevent congenital syphilis and associated complications. The report underscores timely testing—including repeat screening in high-risk cases—as a critical measure to safeguard maternal and infant health.

This guideline compiles up-to-date legal requirements across all U.S. states and territories, clarifying when healthcare providers and laboratories must report negative Hepatitis C test outcomes. It offers a clear, state-by-state breakdown to help public health entities and providers comply with surveillance obligations and improve data completeness.

This guideline presents a comprehensive state-by-state legal analysis of obligations for healthcare providers and laboratories to report negative HIV test outcomes. It clearly highlights jurisdictional differences, helping public health officials and clinicians ensure compliance with surveillance mandates and improve disease tracking.

This video explains the role of Pap smears in cervical health, highlighting that while they detect abnormal cell changes, they do not test for most STDs. It focuses on the connection between Pap smears and human papillomavirus (HPV), which is related to cervical cancer. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding the limitations of Pap smears and encourages discussing STD concerns with your healthcare provider for comprehensive testing.

This video provides a clear, detailed demonstration of the steps involved in administering and reading the Mantoux tuberculin skin test.

This webpage provides clinical guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis (TB) and latent TB infection (LTBI) in Wisconsin, outlining risk assessment, symptom evaluation, testing methods, and treatment protocols. It includes links to CDC resources and encourages use of state and national tools to support accurate diagnosis and effective care.