Tuberculosis is an infection that can affect a number of organs and can be life-threatening without treatment. The examination is part of the municipality's program to prevent tuberculosis.
A person with tuberculosis has a duty to follow their doctor's instructions and, if necessary, isolate themselves to prevent the disease from spreading to others.
Booking
Call Bjørnafjorden municipality on 56 57 50 00 and ask for the health center.
Target group
The following persons are obliged to undergo a tuberculosis examination, cf. Chapter 3 of the Tuberculosis Regulations:
- Persons who will be staying in Norway for more than three months, who must have a residence permit, registration certificate or residence card and who come from countries where tuberculosis is widespread.
- Refugees and asylum seekers who come from countries with a high incidence of tuberculosis.
- Persons who will be working in health and social services, as teachers or in other positions where they have contact with children, and who have come from or stayed for at least three months in countries where tuberculosis is widespread, during the past three years.
How soon must the examination be carried out?
The municipality shall ensure that the examination is carried out as soon as possible. Refugees and asylum seekers shall be examined within fourteen days of entry. Persons who are here to work must be examined with a chest x-ray before starting up.
Price
The tuberculosis examination is free, including transportation costs.