SIAPS conducted a review of its TB technical assistance and the QuanTB implementation in Zimbabwe. Specific objectives were to determine: • Key achievements or results of SIAPS QuanTB technical assistance in Zimbabwe • Experiences and perspectives of the beneficiaries from the NTP • Challenges and lessons learned This brief summarizes key aspects and results of … Read more
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Implementing QuanTB to Improve Forecasting, Supply Planning, and Early Warning Systems for TB Medicines: Uganda Report
SIAPS conducted a review of SIAPS TB technical assistance and the QuanTB implementation in Uganda. Specific objectives were to determine: Key achievements or results of the SIAPS QuanTB technical assistance in Uganda Experiences and perspectives of the beneficiaries of the NTP Challenges and lessons learned This report summarizes key aspects and results of the Uganda review.
Implementing QuanTB to Improve Forecasting, Supply Planning, and Early Warning Systems for TB Medicines: Tanzania Report
SIAPS conducted a review of its TB technical assistance and the QuanTB implementation in Tanzania. Specific objectives were to determine: Key achievements or results of SIAPS QuanTB technical assistance in Tanzania Experiences and perspectives of the beneficiaries from the NTLP Challenges and lessons learned This report summarizes key aspects and results of the analysis for Tanzania.
Implementing an Early Warning System for TB Medicines: Global Report
SIAPS conducted a review of the impact of the QuanTB implementation and related TB PSM technical assistance in 12 countries. The review was conducted using data collected from background documents, reports, interviews with SIAPS staff and country beneficiaries, and online satisfaction and experience surveys. Objectives of the review included determining key achievements, experiences, and perspectives of … Read more
Engaging Private Retail Drug Outlets in Early TB Case Finding in Tanzania: Final Report
The engagement of all care providers in tuberculosis (TB) case finding is an essential element of the 2009–2016 Strategic Plan of the Tanzania National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Programme (NTLP). This is in line with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Stop TB Partnership recommendation for public-private mix (PPM) to support DOTS implementation, and supports the … Read more
Engaging the Private Retail Pharmaceutical Sector in TB Case Finding in Tanzania: Pilot Dissemination Meeting Report
In many parts of the world, private drug shops are one of the first places people seek care for illnesses; they may also be a key partner in controlling tuberculosis (TB). With targeted training and a formal referral system, shop dispensers have the potential to identify clients with TB symptoms and refer them to diagnostic … Read more