The Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) initiative in Ghana faces several challenges in delivering maternal and child nutrition services in rural Northern Ghana. This study, conducted in April 2019, involved interviews with the municipal nutrition officer and Community Health Officers (CHOs) from eleven CHPS zones to identify bottlenecks and strategies for … [Read more...] about Improving maternal and child nutrition services in community based health planning and services zones in the Jirapa municipality of northern Ghana-challenges and strategies the perspective of community health officers
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices towards yaws in endemic areas of Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire
Yaws, a disease affecting children in remote areas of West Africa, was studied in Ghana, Cameroon, and Côte d’Ivoire to understand community knowledge and practices. The study found differing beliefs about the causes of yaws: many in Ghana attributed it to germs, while in Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire, it was often linked to infected water sources. Some participants in Côte … [Read more...] about Knowledge, attitudes and practices towards yaws in endemic areas of Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire
Multisensory medical illustrations of Buruli ulcer for improved disease detection, help seeking behaviour and adherence to treatment
This study aimed to create multisensory medical illustrations of Buruli ulcer (BU) to aid communication with at-risk communities. Community health workers’ experiences were explored using a Think Aloud method, focusing on their senses. Three key themes emerged: 'Detection,' 'Help Seeking,' and 'Adherence,' highlighting the senses' role in healthcare. Based on these themes, "5D … [Read more...] about Multisensory medical illustrations of Buruli ulcer for improved disease detection, help seeking behaviour and adherence to treatment
“… He’s not beating me”-Socio-cultural construction of intimate partner violence and traditional birth attendants: implications for maternal & child health in rural communities in Hohoe, Ghana
This study examines nursing mothers' experiences of financial support from their partners and the role of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in rural Ghana. Through interviews and focus groups, participants discussed the lack of support from partners for housekeeping and finances. Interestingly, nursing mothers did not perceive this lack of support as abuse but as a hindrance … [Read more...] about “… He’s not beating me”-Socio-cultural construction of intimate partner violence and traditional birth attendants: implications for maternal & child health in rural communities in Hohoe, Ghana
Unsung heroes in Ghana’s healthcare system the case of community health volunteers and community health management committee
This research investigates the impact of community health management committees (CHMCs) and community health volunteers (CHVs) on the Ghanaian health system. Conducted in three districts in the Ashanti region, the study involved 35 participants, including health service users and professionals. Findings indicate that the effectiveness of CHMCs and CHVs depends on their … [Read more...] about Unsung heroes in Ghana’s healthcare system the case of community health volunteers and community health management committee