Prevalence, Knowledge, and Occupational Risk Factors for Tuberculosis among Health Workers in Siaya County Hospitals, Kenya

Abstract

TB is a known occupational hazard for healthcare workers (HCWs), especially in countries with high TB burdens. It is estimated that HCWs have a 2- to 3-fold increased risk of developing TB compared with the general population. This study sought to determine the burden of TB among healthcare workers in hospitals in Siaya County and establish their knowledge of TB, and the associated occupational risk factors