A Comparative Study of Knowledge, Attitude, and Determinants of Tuberculosis-Associated Stigma in Rural and Urban Communities of Lagos State, Nigeria.

David Ayoola OladeleMobolanle R BalogunKofoworola OdeyemiBabatunde L Salako

Published in: Tuberculosis research and treatment (2020)

TB-associated stigma is prevalent in both rural and urban areas in this study. There is therefore a need to disseminate health appropriate information through the involvement of the community. Also, innovative stigma reduction activities are urgently needed.

Keyphrases

mental health
hiv aids
mental illness
healthcare
social support
south africa
mycobacterium tuberculosis
health information
public health
antiretroviral therapy
depressive symptoms
risk assessment
pulmonary tuberculosis
human health
health promotion