Knowledge of Tuberculosis preventive treatment among people living with HIV: A cross-sectional survey in selected regions of Tanzania

Tuberculosis remains a significant global health concern, especially for People Living with HIV, who are at an increased risk of severe TB disease. Despite the availability of TB Preventive Treatment, knowledge gaps persist among People Living with HIV regarding its importance, accessibility, and ad...

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Published in:	PloS one Vol. 19; no. 8; p. e0307670
Main Authors:	Alexander, Felix Christopher, Mshiu, Johnson Jeremia, Rushaigo, Anelisa Martin, Mgina, Erick Josephat, Wiketye, Victor Enock, Mtundi, Segere Chacha, Haule, Sylvia Thomas, Katende, Michael Kipenda, Evarist, Esther Manka, Kapama, Luciana Charles, Shemdoe, Aloisia Ibrahim, Makasi, Charles Elias, Lolakeha, Majaha Melkisedeck, Minja, Victor Kenedy, Kimbute, Omary Abdallah, Stephen, Kunda John, Range, Nyagosya Segere, Maokola, Werner Meinrad, Ngowi, Bernard James, Nyigo, Vitus Alberto, Kilale, Andrew Martin
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States Public Library of Science 01-08-2024 Public Library of Science (PLoS)
Subjects:	Adolescent Adult Age groups Biology and Life Sciences Chi-square test Community organizations Cross-Sectional Studies Data analysis Data collection Divorce Drug therapy Education Female Global health Health care facilities Health facilities Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice HIV HIV Infections - epidemiology HIV Infections - prevention & control HIV patients Human immunodeficiency virus Humans Information management Interviews Knowledge Male Marital status Medical research Medicine and Health Sciences Medicine, Preventive Middle Aged People and Places Physical Sciences Prevention Preventive health services Public health Questionnaires Regression analysis Research and Analysis Methods Rifamycins Rifapentine Rural areas Rural populations Sample size Sociodemographics Statistical analysis Statistical tests Surveys Surveys and Questionnaires Tanzania - epidemiology Tuberculosis Tuberculosis - epidemiology Tuberculosis - prevention & control Urban health World health Young Adult Tanzania
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Summary:	Tuberculosis remains a significant global health concern, especially for People Living with HIV, who are at an increased risk of severe TB disease. Despite the availability of TB Preventive Treatment, knowledge gaps persist among People Living with HIV regarding its importance, accessibility, and administration. The study aimed to assess TPT knowledge levels and determinants among People Living with HIV in Tanzania. A cross-sectional survey was conducted from April to May 2023 in 12 regions of mainland Tanzania. The study included PLHIV aged 18 years and above, receiving HIV care in selected Care and Treatment Centers. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a semi-structured questionnaire covering sociodemographic characteristics and Tuberculosis preventive treatment knowledge. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and logistic regression analyses were employed for data analysis. Out of the 391 People Living with HIV interviewed, 71.4% demonstrated adequate Tuberculosis preventive treatment knowledge. Female participants, those attending urban health facilities, and individuals with longer durations of HIV care exhibited higher Tuberculosis preventive treatment knowledge levels. However, knowledge disparities persisted based on demographic characteristics such as gender and location of health facilities. While a considerable portion of People Living with HIV demonstrated adequate higher Tuberculosis preventive treatment knowledge, addressing gaps among those with lower understanding is crucial. Targeted education campaigns tailored to the needs of People Living with HIV, especially in rural areas and among male populations, are essential. Collaborative efforts between national health programs and community organizations are vital to integrate Tuberculosis preventive treatment awareness effectively into comprehensive HIV care programs, ultimately reducing the burden of Tuberculosis among People Living with HIV and the general population.
Bibliography:	ObjectType-Article-1 SourceType-Scholarly Journals-1 ObjectType-Feature-2 content type line 23 Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist
ISSN:	1932-6203 1932-6203
DOI:	10.1371/journal.pone.0307670