An exploration of disease awareness among tuberculosis patients: The empirical link between attitude and self-preventive care

• Main Authors: Mokhtar, Khairiah Salwa, Rahman, Nurulhasanah Abdul, Haron, Mahmod Sabri, Abd Rahman, Nur Hairani
• Format: Article
• Published: J Infection Developing Countries 2020
• Subjects: HM Sociology; R Medicine
• Online Access: http://eprints.um.edu.my/36794/
• Institution: Universiti Malaya

The prevalence of tuberculosis (TB) remains alarmingly high in developing countries, including Malaysia. Recognised as the leading global infectious disease, untreated TB can be fatal. TB is easily spread through the air, and any close contact with a TB patient can put others at risk. This study the...