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What does DOT stand for? Understanding Directly Observed Therapy in Healthcare

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) is the most effective strategy for ensuring patients take their medicine correctly and is the standard of care worldwide. For many, understanding **what does DOT stand for?** is the first step toward grasping its critical role in modern public health, particularly in treating infectious diseases.