This study developed a mobile app that uses artificial intelligence to help community health volunteers in Thailand screen for oral cancer. The app was easy to use, worked well in identifying possible cases, and was well accepted by the volunteers. It helped bring screening closer to communities and could reduce delays in diagnosis. The study shows that simple digital tools can … [Read more...] about A Community-Based Usability Study of an AI-Enabled Oral Cancer Screening App Operated by Village Health Volunteers: Mixed Methods Study
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Exploring health literacy and demographic determinants among village health volunteers in the post-COVID-19 era: a web-based cross-sectional study
This study in rural Thailand assessed health literacy (HL) among 840 Village Health Volunteers (VHVs) after COVID-19. Most VHVs had adequate (65.5%) or excellent (29.4%) HL. Higher HL was linked to positive attitudes, strong motivation, and over 10 years of experience, while higher household income was associated with lower HL. The findings suggest training and support should … [Read more...] about Exploring health literacy and demographic determinants among village health volunteers in the post-COVID-19 era: a web-based cross-sectional study
Predictors of oral health practices among village health volunteers in Chiang Mai, Thailand
This study looks at how village health volunteers in Thailand support oral health in their communities and what helps them do this well. Most volunteers had good support, clear roles, and strong motivation, which mattered more than knowledge alone. Motivation was the biggest factor linked to good practice, along with education level, workload, and positive attitudes. The … [Read more...] about Predictors of oral health practices among village health volunteers in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Identifying Priorities for Enhancing Village Health Volunteer’s Mental Health Recovery Practices in Thai Rural Communities: A Nominal Group Technique Study
This study explored how village health volunteers (VHVs) in rural Thailand can better support people with mental health challenges. Using group discussions with VHVs, healthcare workers, and community members, the study identified key priorities: expanding VHVs’ roles to include family and emotional support, helping with community reintegration, reducing stigma, and improving … [Read more...] about Identifying Priorities for Enhancing Village Health Volunteer’s Mental Health Recovery Practices in Thai Rural Communities: A Nominal Group Technique Study
Lay health worker-delivered case management for early episodes of psychosis in Bangkok, Thailand (Lay-CARE): a single-centre, pragmatic, randomised controlled trial
This study looked at whether trained lay health workers (non-specialists) could help people with early psychosis in Bangkok. They compared regular care with a program that included family support, help accessing services, and regular check-ins. After six months, those in the program showed better daily activity, self-care, and behavior than those who received regular care. … [Read more...] about Lay health worker-delivered case management for early episodes of psychosis in Bangkok, Thailand (Lay-CARE): a single-centre, pragmatic, randomised controlled trial