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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of mobile health clinics in detecting tuberculosis among marginalized populations in Nairobi slums.

March 14, 2026Open Access

Mobile Health Clinics in Nairobi Slums: Effectiveness on Tuberculosis Detection and Diagnosis

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Mixed-methods approach shows 35% increase in tuberculosis detection in Nairobi slums, indicating enhanced healthcare access.

This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of mobile health clinics in detecting tuberculosis among marginalized populations in Nairobi slums.
Mixed-methods approach including pre-and post-intervention surveys
Qualitative interviews to assess clinic utilization
Analysis of tuberculosis case detection rates
Mobile clinics increased TB case detection by 35% among surveyed individuals
Confidence interval for detection increase was [28%, 41%]
Demonstrated effective role in enhancing TB diagnostic rates in Nairobi's slums

Omoregbi et al. (2013) studied this question.

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