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Training Years: 2012-2013, 2013-2014

Training Site: Kwazulu-Natal Research Institute

Country: South Africa

Mentors: Jonathan Golub, PhD

Title: Implementation and acceptability of isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) among health care workers living with HIV: an operational research mixed-methods study

Project Objective: This prospective operational research will inform policies and procedures related to IPT implementation for the prevention of TB among HCWs in South Africa.

Aim 1: To assess IPT implementation among South African HCWs, including rates of acceptance among HIV-positive HCWs.

Aim 2: To explore South African HCW perceptions, attitudes towards and experiences with IPT.