Lived experiences of tuberculosis patients accessing treatment during COVID-19 in Zimbabwe

The study established that the COVID-19 pandemic affected TB service delivery and support, and follow-up with TB clients was not done. Insights from this study are crucial for strengthening the country's preparedness and response to future epidemics.Contribution: To facilitate continuity of TB care services, it is critical for decision-makers to develop context-specific intervention strategies and preparedness plans for use during pandemics and other public health emergencies.

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South African Family Practice
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2026-01-20
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https://doi.org/10.4102/safp.v68i1.6228
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Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
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Lived experiences of tuberculosis patients accessing treatment during COVID-19 in Zimbabwe

Limkile Mpofu, Idah Moyo, Livhuwani Tshivhase
South African Family Practice
Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
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Lived experiences of tuberculosis patients accessing treatment during COVID-19 in Zimbabwe

Limkile Mpofu, Idah Moyo, Livhuwani Tshivhase
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Abstract

The study established that the COVID-19 pandemic affected TB service delivery and support, and follow-up with TB clients was not done. Insights from this study are crucial for strengthening the country's preparedness and response to future epidemics.Contribution: To facilitate continuity of TB care services, it is critical for decision-makers to develop context-specific intervention strategies and preparedness plans for use during pandemics and other public health emergencies.

South African Family PracticeVol. 68(1)
University of South Africa (ZA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 81%
Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
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