I don’t have options but to persevere. Experiences and practices of care for HIV and diabetes in rural Tanzania: a qualitative study of patients and family caregivers

摘要

BackgroundThe high prevalence of chronic diseases in Tanzania is putting a strain on the already stretched health care services, patients and their families. This study sought to find out how health care for diabetes and HIV is perceived, practiced and experienced by patients and family caregivers, to inform strategies to improve continuity of care.