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Using peer helpers for tuberculosis prevention

M McCue1, L A Afifi

  • 1University of Iowa in Iowa City, USA.

Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|January 1, 1996
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A peer helper program significantly boosted tuberculosis prevention compliance among international students. The initiative increased adherence from under 5% to 50% through targeted support.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Disease Prevention
  • International Student Health

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) poses a risk to international students.
  • Low compliance with TB prevention efforts was observed among eligible students.
  • The University of Iowa Student Health Service (SHS) sought to improve TB prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a novel peer helper program.
  • To increase tuberculosis prevention compliance in foreign national university students.
  • To address a critical gap in international student health services.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a peer helper program by the SHS in fall 1992.
  • Targeting foreign national students requiring tuberculosis prevention.

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  • Monitoring compliance rates before and after program initiation.

    • Main Results:

    • Pre-program compliance with TB prevention was less than 5%.
    • Post-program compliance increased to 50%.
    • Demonstrated a tenfold increase in student adherence to treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Peer helper programs are effective in improving TB prevention compliance.
    • Targeted interventions can significantly enhance international student health outcomes.
    • The SHS peer program serves as a successful model for other institutions.