The 2024 key figures for tuberculosis provide an overview of the number of reported cases of tuberculosis and tuberculosis infections in the Netherlands.Source: NTR/RIVM-CIb, March 2025Read the 24 March 2025 news article about the 2024 key figures: Tuberculosis increases slightly in the Netherlands

The 2025 key figures for tuberculosis (Kerncijfers tuberculose 2025) provide an overview of the number of reported cases of tuberculosis and tuberculosis infections in the Netherlands.Source: NTR/RIVM-CIb, March 2026Read the 24 March 2026 news article about the 2025 key figures: More people with tuberculosis in the Netherlands 

Only people with contagious TB can infect other people. When such a person coughs or sneezes, tiny droplets are released into the air. These droplets contain the TB bacterium. Other people can become infected when they inhale the droplets.

TB can be successfully treated. Your GP will prescribe medication. You must take this medication every day for at least six months. The Municipal Public Health Service will help you with this. 

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by bacteria. When the bacteria enter your body, you can develop serious infections.

On this webpage, you will find information materials about tuberculosis in English, Arabic, Polish, Tigrinya, Somali and Dari. 

You must receive proper care if you have been infected with tuberculosis. In the Netherlands, healthcare for tuberculosis is well organised and easily available. If you are from Ukraine and are temporarily residing in the Netherlands, this webpage provides questions and answers (Q&As) about tuberculosis and how to get treatment for tuberculosis in the Netherlands.