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Influence of Tuberculosis Literacy and Adherence to Management Protocols among Primary Health Care Workers in Nigeria

Author(s): Adenike Abosede Oyeleye*, Folasade Oke Akinnubi, Adewale Fadeke Adeseeke, Aina Flora Timinimi, Callistus Akinleye
Affiliation: Department of Community Health, Wesley University, Ondo, Nigeria
E-mail: oyeleyeadenike@gmail.com
Phone: +234 803 861 7781

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Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health challenge in Nigeria despite the availability of effective treatment regimens. Increasing evidence suggests that the success of TB control programmes is strongly influenced by the health literacy and protocol adherence of frontline Primary Health Care (PHC) workers who serve as the first point of contact for most patients. However, regional disparities in workforce competence and adherence to National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) guidelines persist across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones.

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