Integrating tuberculosis services with the Orphans and Vulnerable Children Program in Rwenzori region, Uganda, 2022–2023

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Authors

Adeodata R. Kekitiinwa · Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Michael Juma · Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Cathbert Tumusiime · Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Rogers N. Ssebunya · Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

R Odeke · Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Sunday Kumakech · Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Abstract

Integrating TB services into OVC programming increased TB screening, diagnostic investigation, and case-finding among beneficiaries. These gains highlight the impact of harnessing OVC resources to address gaps in TB care, especially among populations that may face barriers to seeking care at a health facility.

Topics & Keywords

Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis Global Maternal and Child Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

No poverty

Publication Details

Published in: AIDS

DOI: 10.1097/qad.0000000000004503

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