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September 19, 2025Open Access

Beyond Biomedical Models: Socio-Cultural Determinants and Gaps in Tuberculosis Awareness and Prevention Practices in Northern Ghana

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RARichmond Balinia Adda

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Overview

Cross-sectional study reveals significant gaps in TB awareness among vulnerable populations, indicating the need for targeted interventions.

Key Points

  • Awareness of tuberculosis was high at 88.51%, but gaps in prevention knowledge persist, impacting health outcomes.
  • Nearly 42.56% of participants were unaware of any TB prevention strategies, highlighting critical educational needs.
  • Age and cultural beliefs significantly affected awareness, with traditionalists showing higher knowledge than other groups.
  • Public health strategies must prioritize culturally relevant education to address the disconnect between awareness and practical knowledge.

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Richmond Balinia Adda (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d436f6713b0b5dfea76662https://doi.org/10.1101/2025.09.13.25335678
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