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Traditional Health Practitioners: Catalyzing a Breakthrough in TB Case Detection in Northeastern Nigeria

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healthcare
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SurPauJohAbd
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MSI
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Background: Tuberculosis (TB) control in conflict-affected regions with limited healthcare infrastructure remains a significant public health challenge. This study evaluated the effectiveness of engaging Traditional Health Practitioners (THPs) as community-based actors to enhance TB case detection and linkage to care. Methods: In a 24-month community-based intervention across two states, 60 trained THPs were deployed to screen individuals for TB symptoms, facilitate referrals for diagnosis, and support linkage to care. Diagnostic confirmation was performed using GeneXpert testing, and outcomes in intervention Local Government Areas (LGAs) were compared with those in control LGAs receiving standard care.

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Traditional Health Providerstuberculosis case detectionNorth-eastern Nigeriacommunity engagementGeneXperttask shifting

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