Characterizing and Measuring Tuberculosis Stigma in the Community: A Mixed-Methods Study in Cambodia.
Alvin Kuo Jing TeoRayner Kay Jin TanCaoimhe SmythViorel SoltanSothearith EngChetra OrkNgovlyly SokSovannary TuotLi-Yang HsuSiyan YiPublished in: Open forum infectious diseases (2020)
Tuberculosis stigma was prevalent, suggesting a need for the incorporation of stigma-reduction strategies in the national TB responses. These strategies should be contextualized and developed through community engagement. Future research should continue to measure the levels and dimensions of TB stigma among people with TB through behavioral surveillance using standardized tools.
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