〔Abstract〕 Objective To explore the epidemic characteristics of tuberculosis and its prevention and control measures in Lushan city. Methods The medical records of tuberculosis patients who were reported and registered in Lushan city from January 2021 to December 2022 were selected to investigate the incidence of tuberculosis in different years, gender, age and occupation. Results A total of 395 cases of tuberculosis were reported and registered in Lushan City from January 2021 to December 2022, of which 226 cases (57.22 %) were reported and 169 cases (42.78 %) were reported in 2022. Among the 395 patients with pulmonary tuberculosis, 291 were males (73.67 %) and 104 were females (26.33 %), the male to female ratio was 2.80:1, the difference was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The 395 cases of tuberculosis were mainly distributed in people over 15 years old, among which 65 years old and above were the most common, accounting for 33.42 %. In terms of occupation, farmers accounted for the highest proportion (71.14 %). Conclusion The tuberculosis in Lushan city is more common in males, especially in the aged group, and the proportion of farmers is the highest. It is necessary to pay attention to on the above-mentioned high-risk groups.