The role of communication in the management of tuberculosis disease

Abstract

Communication is about accessing information which can lead to behavioural change. The kind of communication can be between the healthcare worker and the tuberculosis patient or it can also be between the healthcare worker and the tuberculosis kin. This communication can lead to information sharing which can influence the health-seeking behavior of the TB patient. The kind of messages received by the patient apart from influencing behavior change they can also encourage public discourse on TB leading to self disclosure..This paper discusses the role of communication in the management of tuberculosis disease.