The Roles of Socio-Environmental Factors Influencing the Transmission, Prevention, and Control of COVID-19 and Tuberculosis Disease: A Review

Authors

  • Rahayu Othman Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
  • Nazarudin Safian Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
  • Mohd Rohaizat Hassan

Keywords:

Tuberculosis, COVID-19, socio-environmental factors

Abstract

Introduction:

Over the past two years, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and tuberculosis (TB) have killed over 5.7 million people globally. TB and COVID-19 continue to be significant public health problems worldwide. A growing body of research supports a link between socio-environmental factors and the transmission of COVID-19 and TB disease.

Methods:

This review article discussed the socio-environmental factors influencing the transmission, prevention, and control of COVID-19 and Tuberculosis disease.

Result:

In this review, we highlight similarities and differences between these two infectious diseases and explore the roles of socio-environmental factors (air pollution exposure and climate change) and socioeconomic factors in disease transmission. A comprehensive, integrated TB-COVID-19 management for prevention and disease control, which includes administrative, engineering, environmental control, effective personal protective equipment, and community-based public health activities were discussed.

Conclusion:

Understanding the similarities and differences between these two infectious diseases and the role of socio-environmental factors in disease transmission helps in planning and strengthening an integrated system for disease prevention and control strategies.

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Published

2024-02-21

How to Cite

Othman, R., Safian, N., & Hassan, M. R. (2024). The Roles of Socio-Environmental Factors Influencing the Transmission, Prevention, and Control of COVID-19 and Tuberculosis Disease: A Review. International Journal of Public Health Research, 14(1), 1808–1816. Retrieved from https://spaj.ukm.my/ijphr/index.php/ijphr/article/view/423

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 1 (2024): International Journal of Public Health Research

Section

Review Article

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