Implementation of co-trimoxazole preventive therapy policy for malaria in HIV-infected pregnant women in the public health facilities in Tanzania
Drug, Healthcare and Patient Safety Aug 24, 2017
Kamuhabwa AAR, et al. – This study aimed to assess the implementation of malaria–preventive therapy policy among HIV–infected pregnant women in the public health facilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Researchers identified the necessity to continue sensitization of pregnant women and communities about the importance of early attendance to the antenatal clinics (ANCs) for testing of HIV and provision of co–trimoxazole prophylaxis. Availability of co–trimoxazole in the health facilities, regular training, and sensitization of health care providers seemed crucial for effective implementation of this policy.
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