TB CARE I-Nigeria (COP) Year 1 Quarterly Report April-June 2012

Infection control activities saw a notable increase, with 627 staff members (282 males and 345 females) trained on infection control during the quarter. A total of 45 facilities were supported to develop infection control plans, exceeding the target of 50 facilities. The renovation of 34 health facilities and 16 laboratories was also completed during the quarter, improving infrastructure for service delivery. Additionally, 75 microscopes were procured and distributed to states through ILEP partners, enhancing diagnostic services. The proportion of registered TB patients tested for HIV increased to 85.2%, with a total of 3,219 TB patients tested during the quarter. In the area of TB/HIV, a total of 656 persons were trained to provide treatment for TB to HIV-infected individuals, and 13,452 TB suspects were counseled for HIV. The HIV positivity rate among suspects was 14%, and among patients was 21%. The number of individuals who received C&T for HIV and received their test results at a USG-supported TB service outlet increased to 39,541. The implementation of the work plan has improved, with a current implementation rate of 83% as against 77% in the previous quarter. However, challenges persist, including the inadequate supply of HIV test kits across states, which affects the quality of TB/HIV services provided. The irregular and inadequate supply of program materials to health facilities also hinders program implementation. The TB CARE I-Nigeria (COP) program has made significant progress in various technical areas, including infection control, TB/HIV, and health systems strengthening. The program's achievements are a testament to the collaborative efforts of lead partners, collaborating partners, and state governments. Despite challenges, the program remains committed to improving TB/HIV services in Nigeria. The proportion of sites reporting valid TB/HIV data increased to 80%, with the second round of DQA slated to take place in the next quarter. The program's focus on improving quality of TB/HIV data and enhancing diagnostic services is crucial for effective program implementation. The TB CARE I-Nigeria (COP) program will continue to work towards achieving its expected outcomes and targets in the coming quarters. The program's quarterly activity plan report highlights the importance of organizing 1-day IC training at facility level, which was conducted in Oyo and Osun states TB facilities. A total of 6 Infection control trainings were conducted, with the attendance of 167 participants. Similar trainings were also conducted by NLR, GLRA, and TLMN, with a total of 379 persons trained. The objective of the training was to provide an understanding of infection control and universal precaution measures within the facilities and wards to ensure that health staff are protected from being infected with TB and other nosocomial infections. The program's achievements in various technical areas demonstrate its commitment to improving TB/HIV services in Nigeria. The program's focus on infection control, TB/HIV, and health systems strengthening is crucial for effective program implementation. The TB CARE I-Nigeria (COP) program will continue to work towards achieving its expected outcomes and targets in the coming quarters.