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Barriers and facilitators to integrating Persian medicine into primary health care in Iran a qualitative study from the perspective of community health workers and community health supervisors

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This study explored how Persian Medicine (PM) could be integrated into Iran’s primary healthcare system. Interviews with community health workers and supervisors revealed key barriers: lack of PM tools, policy and structural challenges, difficulties in health education, and limited staff and motivation. Successful integration will need clear protocols, staff training, better … [Read more...] about Barriers and facilitators to integrating Persian medicine into primary health care in Iran a qualitative study from the perspective of community health workers and community health supervisors

Incentives on the motivation and job performance; insights from community health workers in Iran

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This study explored what motivates primary health care workers in Tehran. Most participants said financial incentives matter the most, especially having a stable salary topped up with performance rewards. Even so, many felt that non-financial recognition; like being respected, appreciated, and acknowledged for good work, also plays a big role. The findings show that both types … [Read more...] about Incentives on the motivation and job performance; insights from community health workers in Iran

Evaluating the application and clinical practice of adapted national preeclampsia and eclampsia guideline; a cross-sectional study from Iran

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This study looked at how well healthcare providers follow guidelines for managing preeclampsia and eclampsia. Over 1,200 providers from 63 medical universities participated. Most accessed the guidelines through printed books, medical websites, CDs, and brochures. General practitioners followed the guidelines better than midwives, obstetricians, and community health workers. … [Read more...] about Evaluating the application and clinical practice of adapted national preeclampsia and eclampsia guideline; a cross-sectional study from Iran

The requirements of providing health education for rural people through electronic methods the experiences and perspectives of community health workers

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This study examines the views of community health workers (Behvarzan) on using electronic methods for health education in rural areas. Conducted in 2022, it involved interviews with 14 Behvarzan from Health Houses in Karaj City. The analysis revealed three main themes: Technology, which covers the necessary technical infrastructure and ways to create and share content; … [Read more...] about The requirements of providing health education for rural people through electronic methods the experiences and perspectives of community health workers

Diagnostic accuracy of tele-dentistry in screening children for dental caries by community health workers in a lower-middle-income country

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This study assessed the accuracy of using mobile phone photos taken by a community health worker (CHW) for detecting dental caries in children aged 6-12 in Iran. Results showed high accuracy of tele-dentistry, with over 80% sensitivity and 90% specificity. Inter-rater reliability between remote dentists and gold standard dental examination was substantial to almost perfect. … [Read more...] about Diagnostic accuracy of tele-dentistry in screening children for dental caries by community health workers in a lower-middle-income country