A family-based intervention for prevention and self-management of disabilities due to leprosy, podoconiosis and lymphatic filariasis in Ethiopia: A proof of concept study.

• Main Authors: Anna T Van't Noordende (Author), Moges Wubie Aycheh (Author), Tesfaye Tadesse (Author), Tanny Hagens (Author), Eva Haverkort (Author), Alice P Schippers (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS), 2021-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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A key issue for persons with leprosy-, lymphatic filariasis- and podoconiosis-related disabilities is the life-long need to practice self-management routines. This is difficult to sustain without regular encouragement and support of others. Family-based support may be a sustainable and feasible stra...