Health beliefs regarding latent tuberculosis among ethnic groups in Northeast Florida
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2012
Abstract
To compare health beliefs regarding latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) in the United States-born (USB) versus Foreign-born (FB) population. Methods. Families of children seeking LTBI treatment at our clinics completed a questionnaire. 40 USB and 48 FB respondents participated. Results were organized according to the Health Belief Model. Belief in the threat/existence of the disease: FB were less likely to believe in LTBI but more likely to believe in a TB cure, more likely to have heard of BCG, to believe it protects from TB and causes a positive skin test. Belief in the effectiveness of the treatment: USB were more likely to understand reasons for lengthy treatment and resistance risks with partial treatment. Factors that may hinder or support compliance: FB were more likely to favor a joint family decision to take medication. FB in NE Florida have significantly different health beliefs. Addressing these may improve adherence.
Publication Title
AIDS and Tuberculosis: Public Health Aspects
First Page
65
Last Page
79
ISBN
9781620814062,9781620813829
Citation Information
Hussain, S. & Wood, David & Wludyka, Peter & Alvarez, A.. (2012). Health beliefs regarding latent tuberculosis among ethnic groups in Northeast Florida. AIDS and Tuberculosis: Public Health Aspects (pp. 65-79).