The meaning and consequences of tuberculosis for an at-risk urban group in Ecuador.
Objective. To explore knowledge, beliefs, perceptions, and attitudes about tuberculosis (TB) in a high-risk group in Ecuador. This included signs and symptoms, causation, transmission, treatment, treatment adherence, impact on lifestyle and role functioning, and stigma. Methods, A convenience sample...
| Published in: | Pan American Journal of Public Health Vol. 23; no. 3; pp. 188 - 198 |
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| Main Authors: | , , , |
| Format: | Article |
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Pan American Health Organization
Mar2008
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