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Tuberculosis
Study data from I. Reyesguillen et al provide new insights into tuberculosis
June 24th, 2008
In this recent article published in the journal Salud Publica de Mexico, scientists in Chiapas, Mexico conducted a study "To analyze the perceptions and interactions of the actors involved in anti-tuberculosis treatment, and to explore their influence in treatment defaulting in Los Altos region of Chiapas, Mexico. From November 2002 to August 2003, in-depth interviews were administered to patients with PTB, patients' family members, institutional physicians, community health coordinators, and traditional medicine practitioners." "We found different perceptions about PTB between patients and their families and among health personnel, as well as communication...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-06-24)
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