CABLab is a fully asynchronous, self-paced, 13-module TB training course for community and civil society. The modules cover the basics of TB, research fundamentals, and community engagement and provide indepth training on TB prevention, diagnosis, vaccine, and treatment innovations. CABLab is designed to bolster community and civil society capacity to engage across the research … [Read more...] about CABLab TB training course for community and civil society.
Tuberculosis
Empowering community health workers as local and national tuberculosis champions in South Africa using participatory action research: insights from the UseMyVoice project
This study explored how Community Health Workers (CHWs) in rural South Africa could play a stronger role in the tuberculosis (TB) response. Through working closely with CHWs, the researchers found that TB stigma, limited training, unsafe working conditions, and unfair pay were major challenges. CHWs developed community activities and advocacy efforts that helped improve … [Read more...] about Empowering community health workers as local and national tuberculosis champions in South Africa using participatory action research: insights from the UseMyVoice project
mHealth-supported tuberculosis contact investigation by community health workers in high-burden countries: a scoping review
This review looked at how mobile health tools, such as smartphone apps and digital systems, support community health workers in finding and following up people who may have tuberculosis. Across nine studies, CHWs found these tools useful and practical because they helped with communication, record-keeping, and decision-making. The review also found that good training, reliable … [Read more...] about mHealth-supported tuberculosis contact investigation by community health workers in high-burden countries: a scoping review
Perceived benefits of community-based TB preventive treatment in children in Uganda: “When she sees other children getting the same medication, she will feel not alone.”
This study explored a community-based approach to help children at risk of tuberculosis receive and complete preventive treatment. It found that bringing care closer to home, with support from community health workers and peer groups, can reduce costs, improve trust, and help children stick to treatment. However, challenges like low awareness, stigma, lack of medicines, and … [Read more...] about Perceived benefits of community-based TB preventive treatment in children in Uganda: “When she sees other children getting the same medication, she will feel not alone.”
Awareness and Implementation Challenges of Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment among Public Health Providers in Kerala, India
This study looked at how well community health workers in India understand and deliver preventive treatment for tuberculosis. It found that their knowledge varies, and they face challenges like limited training, heavy workloads, lack of supplies, and patients being reluctant to take treatment. These issues make it harder to prevent TB. The study shows that better training, … [Read more...] about Awareness and Implementation Challenges of Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment among Public Health Providers in Kerala, India