Honors Theses
Date of Award
Spring 5-8-2025
Document Type
Undergraduate Thesis
Department
Biology
First Advisor
Marie Barnard
Second Advisor
Sudeshna Roy
Third Advisor
Susan Pedigo
Relational Format
Dissertation/Thesis
Abstract
Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis[SR1] , remains a significant public health issue and cause of death worldwide, with most cases being observed in low- to middle-income countries. Despite men accounting for approximately 60% of global tuberculosis cases and deaths, women face distinct barriers that hinder their access to timely diagnosis and treatment, as reflected in gender-disaggregated TB data [56]. Barriers such as access to education, social stigma, gender discrimination, and societal norms contribute to poorer health outcomes for women. While men have higher reported TB incidence, disparities in diagnosis rates, treatment access, and health-seeking behaviors indicate that gendered factors influence TB outcomes. However, the specific mechanisms perpetuating these differences remain poorly understood. By reviewing existing literature, this scoping review aims to investigate gender-based disparities in TB by focusing on the distinct disadvantages women experience in accessing TB diagnosis and treatment services and to identify gaps in the current understanding of how social, economic, and systemic barriers shape these disparities. Establishing equitable TB control efforts is crucial for meeting the goals of the World Health Organization's 2030 End TB strategy.
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Recommended Citation
Gordy, Colin R.; Barker, Dylan; Barnard, Marie; and Roy, Sudeshna, "EXPLORING GLOBAL DISPARITIES IN TUBERCULOSIS TREATMENT AND OUTCOMES: A SCOPING REVIEW OF GENDER-BASED PERSPECTIVES AND IMPLICATIONS FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH" (2025). Honors Theses. 3222.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/3222
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