Publications - Alcohol use

A Novel Computer-Based Virtual Counselor-Delivered Alcohol Reduction Intervention : Acceptability, Adaptability and Feasibility among Adults with HIV or TB in Indian Clinical Settings

Post Date: 
2022-05-27
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Countries: 
India
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Clinical Sites: 
BJGMC
Publication: 
JMIR Formative Research
Background: Unhealthy alcohol use is associated with increased morbidity and mortality among persons with HIV and tuberculosis (TB). Computer-based interventions (CBIs) can reduce unhealthy alcohol use, are scalable, and may improve outcomes among patients with HIV or TB. Objective: We assessed the...

Unhealthy alcohol use independently associated with unfavorable TB treatment outcomes among Indian men

Post Date: 
2021-03-10
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Countries: 
India
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Clinical Sites: 
BJGMC
NIRT
Publication: 
International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
This study by Samyra Cox and colleagues highlights the need for integrating effective alcohol interventions into TB care.

Smoking, alcohol use disorder and tuberculosis treatment outcomes: A dual co-morbidity burden that cannot be ignored

Post Date: 
2019-07-31
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Countries: 
India
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Clinical Sites: 
BJGMC
NIRT
Publication: 
PLoS One
BACKGROUND: More than 20% of tuberculosis (TB) disease worldwide may be attributable to smoking and alcohol abuse. India is the second largest consumer of tobacco products, a major consumer of alcohol particularly among males, and has the highest burden of TB globally. The impact of...