Publications by authors named "B Shaikh"
Introduction Despite efforts, tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health problem in developing countries, and India alone accounts for most of the global TB cases. Although the treatment for TB is highly successful, a significant number of TB patients in India do not complete their assigned treatment. Social support has a key influence on medication adherence for chronic illnesses like diabetes, asthma, HIV, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and TB.
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- * The study involved interviews with 16 senior experts to explore the current capacity and challenges of Pakistan's health system, revealing insights into strengths, weaknesses, and the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare delivery and funding constraints.
- * Key threats identified include antimicrobial resistance and the need for international collaboration, while areas for improvement focus on patient safety, workforce surge capacity, and food safety during emergencies, necessitating national policy reforms and better resource allocation.