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Wind-driven roof turbines: a novel way to improve ventilation for TB infection control in health facilities

Cox HS, Escombe R, McDermid C, Mtshemla Y, Spelman T, Azevedo VD, London L
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Abstract
Tuberculosis transmission in healthcare facilities contributes significantly to the TB epidemic, particularly in high HIV settings. Although improving ventilation may reduce transmission, there is a lack of evidence to support low-cost practical interventions. We assessed the efficacy of wind-driven roof turbines to achieve recommended ventilation rates, compared to current recommended practices for natural ventilation (opening windows), in primary care clinic rooms in Khayelitsha, South Africa.

Countries

South Africa

Subject Area

tuberculosis

Languages

English
DOI
10.1371/journal.pone.0029589
Published Date
09 Jan 2012
PubMed ID
22253742
Journal
PLOS One
Volume | Issue | Pages
Volume 7, Issue 1
Issue Date
2012-01-09
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