Determinants of intention to conceal tuberculosis status among family members: an analysis of seven Sub-Saharan African countries

Determinants of intention to conceal tuberculosis status among family members: an analysis of seven Sub-Saharan African countries

Abstract Background Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health burden in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), accounting for about 25% of global TB cases. In several communities, TB diagnosis, treatment, and control have become a critical challenge, largely due to the intention to conceal TB status...

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Main Authors: William Dormechele, Emmanuel Osei Bonsu, Caleb Boadi, Mercy Oseiwah Adams, Benedictus Atsu Hlormenu, Stephen Kwakye Addo, Bright Boatey Bossman, Isaac Yeboah Addo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-02-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
TB disclosure
Health secrecy
Stigma
Family health
Infectious disease
Africa
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-09064-y

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