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To evaluate the effectiveness of mobile health apps on adherence and clinical outcomes in tuberculosis treatment in rural South Africa.

March 15, 2026Open Access

Mobile Apps in Rural South Africa: Adherence and Outcomes for Tuberculosis Treatment Monitoring

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SMSipho MalulekeNelson Mandela University KMKhaya MkhizeNelson Mandela University

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Mixed-methods study shows improved adherence and reduced drug-resistant TB strains with mobile apps in rural South Africa, suggesting effective healthcare solutions.

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To evaluate the effectiveness of mobile health apps on adherence and clinical outcomes in tuberculosis treatment in rural South Africa.
Conducted a survey of 300 randomly selected TB patients using mobile apps for treatment monitoring.
Performed qualitative interviews with healthcare providers for additional insights.
Utilized a mixed-methods approach to combine quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
Adherence rates were significantly higher among app users compared to those using traditional follow-up methods.
Clinical outcomes indicated a 30% reduction in the incidence of drug-resistant TB strains over six months.
Findings suggest that mobile apps can enhance both adherence and clinical management of TB treatment.

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Maluleke et al. (2013) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b64d5cb42794e3e660e3eb https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19007713

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Mixed-methods study shows improved adherence and reduced drug-resistant TB strains with mobile apps in rural South Africa, suggesting effective healthcare solutions.

Mobile Apps in Rural South Africa: Adherence and Outcomes for Tuberculosis Treatment Monitoring

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Mobile Apps in Rural South Africa: Adherence and Outcomes for Tuberculosis Treatment Monitoring

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