"Challenges in Acceptance of Programmatic Management of Tubercular Preventive Therapy: An Observational Cross-Sectional Study in Tertiary Care Hospital in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh"

Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with India contributing to a substantial portion of the global TB burden. Preventive therapy for tuberculosis is an essential strategy under the National TB Elimination Program (NTEP) to reduce the incidence and transmission of TB. However, despite the availability of free preventive therapy, acceptance and adherence rates remain suboptimal due to various social, psychological, and logistical barriers.