Determinants of tuberculosis treatment adherence among patients taking anti-TB drugs in Borama, Somaliland

This study identified several factors significantly associated with TB treatment adherence in Borama. To improve treatment adherence, interventions should focus on addressing stigma, promoting access to healthcare, addressing socioeconomic determinants including housing, and addressing the financial and logistical limitations experienced by TB patients. They should also focus on adherence to medical advice.

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BMC Public Health
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2025-11-05
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-25151-4
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Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
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Determinants of tuberculosis treatment adherence among patients taking anti-TB drugs in Borama, Somaliland

Md. Moyazzem Hossain, Vitalis Okoth Odero, Mohamed Said Hassan, Ubah Mohamed Ileye
BMC Public Health
Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
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Determinants of tuberculosis treatment adherence among patients taking anti-TB drugs in Borama, Somaliland

Md. Moyazzem Hossain, Vitalis Okoth Odero, Mohamed Said Hassan, Ubah Mohamed Ileye
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Abstract

This study identified several factors significantly associated with TB treatment adherence in Borama. To improve treatment adherence, interventions should focus on addressing stigma, promoting access to healthcare, addressing socioeconomic determinants including housing, and addressing the financial and logistical limitations experienced by TB patients. They should also focus on adherence to medical advice.

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Amoud University (SO), Jahangirnagar University (BD)
Openalex Percentile: Top 62%
Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
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