Acceptability of short message service (SMS) as a tool for malaria treatment adherence in the Brazilian Amazon: a qualitative study
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
; 56: e0616, 2023. tab
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Background:
Malaria is one of the leading causes of morbidity worldwide, and patient adherence to prescribed antimalarials is essential for effective treatment.Methods:
This cross-sectional study, with in-depth telephone interviews, analyzed participants' perceptions of short message service (SMS) in adherence to treatment.Results:
Five thematic categories emerged decreased forgetfulness, the novelty of the tool, easy-to-understand language, the impact of SMS messages during treatment, and suggestions for improvement and complaints.Conclusions:
SMS could assist patients in adhering to prescribed antimalarials.
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Type of study:
Observational_studies
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Qualitative_research
Country/Region as subject:
America do sul
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Brasil
Language:
En
Journal:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Journal subject:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
Year:
2023
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Article
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Project document