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Parichaya - a low-cost device to increase adherence among Tuberculosis patients in rural Assam

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APCHI '13: Proceedings of the 11th Asia Pacific Conference on Computer Human Interaction

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https://doi.org/10.1145/2525194.2525204

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Limited access to information, lack of motivation and unawareness of cause, precaution and prevention of Tuberculosis (TB) are some of the leading causes for in-adherence towards TB therapy. We present key findings and insights through a contextual enquiry conducted with patients and healthcare workers, in order to develop new Information Communication Technology (ICT) interventions for empowerment of TB patients in rural parts of Assam. We also propose Parichaya, a low-cost device that helps patients in utilizing their idle time during medication to learn about the disease and importance of DOTS therapy. The device aims to motivate the patients to adhere to DOTS therapy and to make informed health decisions. Using a basic recording module and push buttons, the system makes use of illustrations with embedded audio in Assamese language to spread awareness through narratives. The device, in the form of a medical kit, replaces the traditional medication blisters for TB patients.

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Parichaya - a low-cost device to increase adherence among Tuberculosis patients in rural Assam
1. Human-centered computing
  1. Interaction design
    1. Interaction design process and methods
      1. User centered design

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