ZMQ project of integrated MCH and TB model is selected for Wave 7 call for applications which solicited 593 proposals. Along with TB innovation, Wave 7 will focus on empowering women and girls.

ZMQ solution is an integrated mHealth model using its proven FreedomTB-ACTS tools for TB case finding, referrals & treatment compliance (VOT) integrated with MIRA Channel with an RMNCH+A approach. MIRA is deployed through Front-line Health Workers based on regular home-visits for Antenatal & Postnatal care. Solution will provide TB related services like screening, referral & adherence among women, children and adolescent girls.

The proposed solution and the strategy will be implemented the in Mewat District in Haryana. It is one of the most backward regions of India and is 115th on the list of 115 Aspirational Districts (most backward districts lists) listed by NITI Aayog (Planning Commission). The district has lowest health, literacy and economic indicators, especially among their women. Women literacy in Mewat district is mere 34% as compared to men which is 67%, its TB case reporting among women is mere 31% to 69% among men. The treatment completion rates are 16% lower among women than in men.

In 297 villages in Punhaina Block of District Mewat in Haryana, ZMQ MIRA workers will be implementing the proposed solution. They will be rendering MCH services and also engage in Active Case Finding of missing TB  case. The MIRA workers will also be assisting in Adherence and compliance reporting of treatment.  We will work with a population of over 200,000.

For more information visit: StopTB Partnership Wave 7 Link