Factors that make difficult the implementation of an integrated leprosy control programme in health zone II, Santa Fe Province, Argentina

With the help of a pre-tested, structured questionnaire and participatory observation, effects of several variables that have a bearing on the process of integration were studied in Zone II of the Santa Fe Province of Argentina. Patient's knowledge and the presence of an NGO were identified as...

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Published inIndian journal of leprosy Vol. 70 Suppl; p. 83S
Main Authors Merlin, V E, Miceli, I, Litturi, M, Gomez, A, Chuit, R
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published India 1998
Subjects
Delivery of Health Care
Female
Humans
India
Knowledge
Leprosy - prevention & control
Male
India
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Summary:With the help of a pre-tested, structured questionnaire and participatory observation, effects of several variables that have a bearing on the process of integration were studied in Zone II of the Santa Fe Province of Argentina. Patient's knowledge and the presence of an NGO were identified as factors facilitating integration. The presence of a vertical programme staff and insufficient commitment towards integration were identified as factors hindering integration.
ISSN:0254-9395