Community Perspectives of Ebola Viral Disease in High-Risk Transmission Border Regions of Tanzania: A Qualitative Inquiry
Emmy Metta,
Hussein Mohamed,
Priscilla Kusena
et al.
Abstract:Background: Tanzania faces ever-rising concerns due to the recurrence of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. This necessitates a better understanding of the community perspectives in high-risk regions for effective risk communication and preparedness.
Methods: This rapid ethnographic assessment study used explorative qualitative methods to collect data. People from diverse backgrounds participated in 59 in-depth interviews, 57 Key Informant interviews, an… Show more
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