A.C. Sweetland, J. Galea, I. Parupudi, Y. Adusi-Poku, A. Boadu, R.P. Frimpong-Mansoh, S. Gilani, A. Gitonga, L. Gyimah, I. Kathure, S.A. Khan, K.L. Ahmad, J.N. Nato, E. Omesa, B. Okotu, M.A. Safdar, K. Senya, M. van Den Boom, A. Malik, E. Jaramillo
To assess its feasibility, the WHO conducted demonstration pilots in Ghana, Kenya, and Pakistan.
TB and mental health integration is an essential element of people-centred care. To assess its feasibility, the WHO conducted demonstration pilots in Ghana, Kenya, and Pakistan. A four-phase implementation process was developed and implemented, with engagement of key stakeholders at the national and sub-national levels. Each country implemented a tailored approach. Ghana identified three facilities representing different levels of care. Kenya implemented in two counties with existing mental health infrastructure. Pakistan implemented across an entire district with sub-optimal TB outcomes. Across all sites, TB and mental health integration was recognised as essential and feasible to improve people-centred care.