This cross-sectional study examined the factors influencing the knowledge of Community Health Agents (ACS) regarding tuberculosis (TB). Through a questionnaire, knowledge levels were assessed in two components: TB itself and ACS functions within the National TB Control Program. Results showed that overall TB knowledge was associated with professional experience length, TB … [Read more...] about Factors associated with Community Health Agents’ knowledge about tuberculosis
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Exploring opportunities to strengthen rural tuberculosis health service delivery: a qualitative study with health workers in Tibet autonomous region, China
This qualitative study conducted in Shigatse, Tibet, China, aimed to explore ways to enhance tuberculosis (TB) healthcare delivery. Through interviews with health workers, three key themes emerged: the importance of training primary and community health workers for TB identification and linkage to care, the need to engage community health workers for patient retention and … [Read more...] about Exploring opportunities to strengthen rural tuberculosis health service delivery: a qualitative study with health workers in Tibet autonomous region, China
Piloting Siyakhana: A community health worker training to reduce substance use and depression stigma in South African HIV and TB care
South Africa faces high rates of HIV and tuberculosis (TB) co-infection, with poor care engagement worsening outcomes. Community health workers (CHWs) help re-engage patients who have dropped out of care but face challenges due to patients' substance use (SU) and depression, and stigma towards these issues. CHWs often lack training in these areas. This study piloted Siyakhana, … [Read more...] about Piloting Siyakhana: A community health worker training to reduce substance use and depression stigma in South African HIV and TB care
Decentralising DOT for drug-susceptible TB from the health facilities to the community level in Togo
In Togo, during the COVID-19 pandemic, two community-based approaches for directly observed treatment (DOT) for tuberculosis (TB) were evaluated: one led by community health workers (CHW-DOT) and the other by families (FB-DOT). Results showed that the CHW-DOT group had higher rates of sputum conversion and more favorable treatment outcomes compared to the FB-DOT group. … [Read more...] about Decentralising DOT for drug-susceptible TB from the health facilities to the community level in Togo
Optimizing delivery strategies for 3HP TB preventive treatment in Tanzania: A qualitative study on acceptability of family approach in HIV care and treatment centers
Before Tanzania implemented a 12-dose TB preventive treatment regimen, this study explored a family-based approach involving support from family members, SMS reminders, and health education sessions. Interviews and focus groups with people living with HIV (PLHIV), treatment supporters (TS), and community health workers (CHWs) revealed positive attitudes towards the approach. … [Read more...] about Optimizing delivery strategies for 3HP TB preventive treatment in Tanzania: A qualitative study on acceptability of family approach in HIV care and treatment centers
