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Article History

Received: 1 May 2025

Accepted: 22 February 2026

First Online: 27 February 2026

Declarations

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: The study received ethical approval from the Committee on Human Research Publication and Ethics (CHRPE/AP/695/24) at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. The methodology employed in this study followed the principles of the Helsinki Declaration. Participant anonymity and confidentiality were preserved throughout the study. Informed consent was obtained from all individual participants included in the study.

: Not applicable.

: The study engaged patients, healthcare providers, and stakeholders in the design and implementation of the Akoma Pa program. Patient support groups and tele-counselling sessions facilitated direct engagement with patients, while training programs for healthcare professionals ensured their involvement in the intervention. Feedback from these groups informed the program’s design and evaluation.

: The authors declare no competing interests.