Rehabilitation of treated TB patients: Social, psychological and economic aspects

Conclusion Therefore despite having completed treatment, many people continue to suffer. Hence it is necessary that robust systems for post-treatment rehabilitation are put in place, and are designed based on the needs of those affected. Peer to peer counselling can be a low-cost high-impact strategy to address some of these issues. Institutional provisions, under the national response in each country, must be put in place if individuals are to successfully complete treatment, and return to their normal lives.
Source: International Journal of Mycobacteriology - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research