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    Prevalence of COVID-19 infection in TB clinics in Kampala, Uganda
    (Ingenta Connect, 2023-06-01) Otaalo, B; Cevik, M.; Mwebesa, Edson; Nabisere-Arinaitwe, R; Zawedde-Muyanja, S; Nampala, J.; Nanziri, C.; Alinaitwe, L; Aber, F.; Bayigga, J.; Nankinga, B.; Laker, E.; Owarwo, N. C.; Sabiiti, W.; Adakun, S.; Adakun, S.; Turyahabwe, S.; Sloan, D. J.; Sekaggya-Wiltshire, C.
    The paper investigates the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infection among patients attending TB clinics in Kampala, Uganda, during a peak COVID-19 wave in 2021. It highlights a significant drop in TB clinic attendance due to the pandemic. A cross-sectional study of 342 participants found a 9.7% prevalence of current SARS-CoV-2 infection and an alarming 87.6% seroprevalence, indicating past exposure. HIV status was linked to positive PCR results. The authors emphasize the need for improved diagnostics and simultaneous evaluation for TB and COVID-19 to enhance patient care and infection control during respiratory outbreaks.