Through a grant from the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB and Malaria, the Division of National TB, Leprosy and other Lung Diseases in partnership with the Respiratory Society of Kenya and other stakeholders is piloting a program of support to those with post-TB disabilities.
The project is currently being implemented within Nairobi County in 15 high burden sites. The key Initiatives are: –
To expand the effort to provide appropriate care to people with post TB lung disease and other forms of post TB disability by implementing a set of interventions
To build the capacity of health care workers in managing PTLD
To fight stigmatisation of persons with PTLD through support.
To address the social economic impact suffered by the PTLD patients by rehabilitating them to their economic potential.
To mainstream ideal models at the community (guidelines, SOPs, relevant equipment, and essential medicines) to manage PTLD at all levels.
To advocate for resources for continued research and management of PTLD
Establish routine recording and reporting systems for post TB lung diseases and other chronic lung diseases
