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DOT Aide Training Video

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DOT Aide Training Video

This video provides information on how to administer directly observe therapy (DOT).

Author:

Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Public Health, Section of Epidemiology

Audiences:

Health Professionals, Outreach Workers

Topic:

Treatment- Directly Observed Therapy (DOT)

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