ASCENT-Digital Adherence

On November 30 of this year, our team based in Ethiopia hosted the research results dissemination meeting and project closeout event.

During this event, it was recognized the positive impacts of in treatment adherence, especially during the challenging times. 🦠

At this event, we had Dr. Ahmed Bedru welcoming the session, followed by Dr. Hiwot Solomon, Disease Prevention and Control Lead Executive Officer from the Ministry of Health - Ethiopia. Both extending their appreciation to the efforts of people with TB, the work carried out by researchers, practitioners and TB care providers, and the support of partner organizations and participating health facilities.🏥

👉 Reflections conceived during this event led to recognize the potential for wider adoption of to improve TB treatment adherence and completion rates across and other countries with similar TB burden.

TB treatment adherence is not just an effort made by the person living with , it also has implications for their family members, their carers, their care provider, and their healthcare system.

During project we were able to collect some of those perspectives and here we share them with you 👇

Also, make sure to check out the story behind data available at https://www.digitaladherence.org/ascent-the-data-story/



KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation | Unitaid | The Aurum Institute | PATH | London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

Worldwide, tuberculosis treatment follows a Directly Observed Treatment (DOT) scheme to ensure adherence. However, DOT entails:

👉Recurring visits to health facilities 🚌
👉Out-of-pocket costs for people living with 💸
👉Time off from work and away from family
👉Specialized TB care facilities 🏥
👉Increased workload for trained TB care providers

During The Union World Conference on Lung Health our team explained how can potentially support people with their treatment adherence, making it more convenient for people living with TB, TB care providers, and health systems.

Learn more about our project at https://www.digitaladherence.org/ascent-the-data-story/

KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation | Unitaid | The Aurum Institute | PATH | London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

We are excited to show our team’s work throughout the .

We have E-Posters available displaying results from in support of treatment journeys. Also, we have had discussions on and it’s impact and experiences in settings in conflict.



KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation | Unitaid | The Aurum Institute | PATH | London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

The starts this week, and from we prepared a virtual data story where you can check out more about the project, drivers of success and impact!

🔗Check out this link [https://www.digitaladherence.org/ascent-the-data-story/], explore it and share it with your networks!

ASCENT, the story behind data Explore a 5-year journey delving into the forefront of Digital Adherence Technologies supporting Tuberculosis treatment adherence. Immerse yourself in groundbreaking research, uncovering innovative solutions, person-centered approaches and transformative insights. Join us on a compelling narrative s...