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CTPP provides case management services to persons who are placed on treatment for latent TB infection. Case managers are bilingual, bicultural promoters of treatment adherence. They coordinate patient care to ensure that patients' TB-related medical and psychosocial needs are met. Clients
are empowered to participate in the formulation and implementation of
their care plans. CIH's language initiative facilitates the development
and translation of educational materials provided to clients. Despite
the many potential barriers to adherence, CTPP achieves an 80% adherence
rate. This is facilitated by: a) the close relationship the case managers
have with their clients; b) incentives such as movie tickets, food coupons,
and metro cards; and c) the collaboration with the Department of Health
and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) clinics to help create and maintain a user-friendly
service delivery system.
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