Biography

Yana Sheremeta is a project manager at the Charitable Organization "100 PERCENT LIFE" in Kyiv, Ukraine. She has a professional background in tuberculosis care and academic experience as an assistant at a medical university. Formerly practicing as a TB doctor, she has hands-on experience in the clinical management of pulmonary diseases and has contributed to medical education. In her current role, Yana applies project management expertise to health-related initiatives, bridging clinical knowledge with strategic coordination to support impactful healthcare solutions. Her multidisciplinary perspective brings valuable insight to the evolving field of lung health

Expertise

TB Diagnostics
Public Health

Key Impacts

NGO experience in expanding video-DOT support for people with TB via smartphone provision in Ukraine

NGOs providing smartphones for vDOT is a transformative approach in the fight against TB. By integrating technology into treatment, NGOs bridge the gap between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring adherence even when clinic visits are difficult. This approach not only strengthens TB control but also highlights the role of digital health in overcoming delivery challenges in resource-limited settings.

Source: Conference 2024