DTCO – District Tuberculosis Control Officer

Introduction

The District Tuberculosis Control Officer (DTCO) is responsible for coordinating and monitoring tuberculosis (TB) prevention, control, diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance activities within the district. The DTCO works with hospitals, MOH offices, healthcare institutions, and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen TB control services.

Main Responsibilities

  • Coordinate district-level tuberculosis control activities.
  • Support early detection and diagnosis of TB cases.
  • Monitor TB treatment and patient follow-up.
  • Promote TB prevention and awareness among the community.
  • Conduct training and health education programmes for healthcare workers.
  • Monitor TB surveillance, reporting, and programme indicators.
  • Ensure proper recording and reporting of TB-related information.
  • Coordinate TB screening and contact investigation activities.
  • Support infection prevention and control measures.
  • Liaise with relevant healthcare institutions and the national TB control programme.