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A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE TOWARDS TB IN GEORGIA
T Zurashvili1, T Chakhaia2, M Kochlamazashvili3
11Health Research Union, Tbilisi, Georgia.
Georgian Medical News
|February 8, 2022
Summary
Tuberculosis (TB) knowledge is low in Georgia's general population, delaying diagnosis and treatment. Improving accurate TB information is crucial for reducing stigma and encouraging positive attitudes.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Social Science
Background:
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a major public health issue in Georgia.
- Low public awareness and knowledge of TB contribute to delayed diagnosis, treatment, and societal stigma.
Purpose of the Study:
- To qualitatively explore TB knowledge, attitudes, and practices.
- To identify barriers and facilitators related to TB in Georgia.
Main Methods:
- Focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted with diverse groups: TB patients, contacts, injecting drug users (IDUs), healthcare providers, and students.
- Transcribed FGD recordings underwent contextual analysis.
Main Results:
- Good TB knowledge exists among TB patients, contacts, and healthcare providers.
- Injecting drug users (IDUs) receive adequate information via the Needle and Syringe program.
- Students and parts of the general population exhibit significant TB knowledge deficits, correlating with stigmatized attitudes.
Conclusions:
- Accurate TB knowledge is essential for positive attitudes and stigma reduction.
- Disseminating correct TB information through various channels is vital.
- Sustained and widespread information campaigns are necessary.
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