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March 12, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Effectiveness Evaluation of Public Health Workshops in Tuberculosis Prevention and Treatment within Urban Villages of Cameroon

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CAChoukott Akem

Key Points

  • This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of public health workshops on tuberculosis prevention and treatment in urban villages of Cameroon.
  • Mixed-methods approach including surveys and interviews
  • Quantitative surveys conducted with 300 participants
  • Qualitative interviews with 50 participants
  • Data analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis
  • Attendance rate for workshops averaged 72%
  • Knowledge scores significantly improved from baseline to post-workshop (p<0.01)
  • Workshops enhanced awareness of tuberculosis prevention and treatment strategies

Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health concern in urban villages of Cameroon, where access to healthcare services is often limited and socio-economic factors contribute to high TB prevalence. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including quantitative surveys (N=300) and qualitative interviews (n=50). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The workshop attendance rate averaged at 72%, with a significant improvement in knowledge scores from baseline to post-workshop (p<0.01), indicating positive learning outcomes. Public health workshops significantly enhanced TB prevention and treatment awareness within urban villages, warranting further implementation and evaluation. Continued support for community-based public health initiatives is recommended to sustain these improvements in knowledge and behaviour change. Tuberculosis, Public Health Workshops, Urban Villages, Cameroon

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Choukott Akem (2011) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b2589696eeacc4fcec85e9https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18917599
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