the-star.co.ke·3 min read·medium
TB patients face extreme stigma due to societal fears, study shows
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A new study in Kenya reveals that tuberculosis patients face significant social stigma, which acts as a major barrier to diagnosis and treatment adherence. The research indicates that stigma is prevalent across communities, families, and healthcare settings, contributing to delayed care and social exclusion.
People diagnosed with tuberculosis often face high levels of stigma, despite the disease being curable with a standard six-month treatment regimen, a new national study shows.
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