African Hematology and Oncology | 19 November 2001
Impact Analysis of Community-Based Health Education on Tuberculosis Awareness Rates Among Senegalese Migrants in Dakar's Slums: A One-Year Outcome Evaluation
M, o, r, y, D, i, o, p, ,, K, a, m, i, s, s, N, d, i, a, y, e, ,, S, e, y, n, i, W, a, d, e
Abstract
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health concern in Senegal, particularly among migrant populations living in urban slums where access to healthcare services is limited. A pre-post intervention design was employed, with baseline and post-intervention surveys conducted among a randomly selected sample of 300 participants. The study used a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative survey data and qualitative focus group discussions to assess knowledge gains. Post-intervention, there was a statistically significant increase in TB awareness scores (mean pre-post \(difference = 12\)%, $p < 0.05$), with 78% of participants demonstrating improved understanding of TB transmission and prevention strategies. Community-based health education significantly enhanced TB awareness rates among Senegalese migrants in Dakar’s slums, indicating its potential as a scalable public health intervention. Further replication studies should be conducted to validate these findings and explore the long-term effects of such interventions. Implementation guidelines for community health educators are also recommended based on this study's results.