Tuberculosis Treatment in Switzerland: A New Approach

Tuberculosis is still a big problem in Switzerland. Getting people to stick to their treatment is tough. A new idea called Video-Observed Therapy (VOT) might help. It's different from the usual Directly Observed Therapy (DOT). VOT uses video calls to check if patients take their medicine. This way, patients feel less judged and keep their privacy. It also saves time and money. A study looked at how well VOT works in Switzerland. They wanted to see if it's easy to use and if patients and nurses like it. The results could change how tuberculosis is treated. VOT might be a good option, but more research is needed. The study shows that VOT could be a good alternative to DOT. It's less stigmatizing and respects patients' privacy. Nurses also find it easier to use. But, it's important to make sure it works well for everyone. More studies are needed to see if VOT can be used everywhere.