Implementing tuberculosis patient cost surveys in resource-constrained settings: lessons from Tanzania | BMC Public Health
Tuberculosis (TB) disproportionally affects persons and families who are economically and socially disadvantaged. Therefore, a patient cost survey was conducted in Tanzania to evaluate the costs incurred by patients and their households before and after the diagnosis of TB. It was the first survey in Tanzania to ascertain baseline information and experience for subsequent surveys. This paper aims to share the experience encountered during the survey to ensure a standardized approach and eliminat...
Dar Es Salaam National Guidelines Leprosy Program Tanzania National Institute Of Medical Research Tanzania National Institute Medical Research
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