Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious global health problem. It is estimated that 1/3 of the world’s population is infected with TB, and in the US alone, there are more than 10,000 cases reported each year. It can be hard to know where to turn for testing and treatment if you think you may have been exposed to TB. Fortunately, the National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP) provides free or low-cost testing and treatment for TB in the US. So what can you do to get tested? Let’s take a look at how NTEP works and how it can help protect your health.