Patient and provider perceptions of the relationship between alcohol use and TB and readiness for treatment: a qualitative study in South Africa

Patient and provider perceptions of the relationship between alcohol use and TB and readiness for treatment: a qualitative study in South Africa

Background: Unhealthy alcohol use is widespread in South Africa and has been linked to tuberculosis (TB) disease and poor treatment outcomes. This study used qualitative methods to explore the relationship between TB and alcohol use during TB treatment. Methods: Focus group discussions (FGDs) were c...

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Main Authors: Kulkarni, S., Weber, S.E., Buys, C., Lambrechts, T., Myers, Bronwyn, Drainoni, M.L., Jacobson, K.R., Theron, D., Carney, T.
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: 2024
Subjects:
Alcohol
Behavior change
Healthcare systems
South Africa
Tuberculosis
Humans
Male
Female
Focus Groups
Adult
Qualitative Research
Middle Aged
Alcohol Drinking
Attitude of Health Personnel
Patient Acceptance of Health Care
Young Adult
Health Personnel
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/96550

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