Use of Early Detection Digital Application: Changes in Family Perception of Tuberculosis Suspects

Tuberculosis (TB) cases continue to rise, along with a high mortality rate, necessitating innovations in TB management. This study aims to analyze the effect of a mobile-based health application on changes in family perceptions of TB. A quasi-experimental design was used with pretest-posttest and two groups: an intervention group using the JORIA Tuberculosis Early Detection Application, and a control group using contact investigation sheets. The Wilcoxon test was applied to assess perception changes. Results showed a significant increase in family perception post-intervention (p = 0.019). The study concludes that the application effectively improves the perception of TB among families, highlighting the potential role of digital tools in enhancing TB prevention efforts