The Birmingham and Solihull TB Programme Board will help prevent the disease and reduce its impact locally, Birmingham Public Health said.
TB can be treated with antibiotics, but can be serious if it is left untreated.
Symptoms can include a cough that lasts for more than three weeks – which may produce mucus or blood, a high temperature, drenching night sweats and loss of appetite.
“We’ve been seeing a rise in TB throughout the country, particularly in communities facing greater social and economic challenges, and among people who may have had increased exposure or reduced access to healthcare,” Sally Burns, director of Birmingham Public Health said.
“While TB can be serious, it is curable with the right treatment, especially if caught early, and is not easily transmissible.”
People are being urged to get tested if they have symptoms or believe they might have the disease.
“If you think you might be at risk or have symptoms, don’t wait, get tested,” Burns added.
“Getting tested for TB is quick, easy, and completely free. You can visit your GP for a confidential test or visit TestToProtect.co.uk, external for more information.”
