Uganda

Capturing Family Planning Community Service Data into National Health Management Information Systems: A Five-Country Review of Tools for Community Health Workers and Pharmacies and Drug Shops

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This study looked at how information from community health workers and pharmacies about family planning services is included in national health information systems in five countries (Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria and Uganda). It found that data from community health workers is partly included in most countries, especially for contraceptive services and referrals, but … [Read more...] about Capturing Family Planning Community Service Data into National Health Management Information Systems: A Five-Country Review of Tools for Community Health Workers and Pharmacies and Drug Shops

Systematic adaptation of a visual-aided adolescent nutrition intervention from peri-urban Burkina Faso for rural Uganda using intervention mapping

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This study adapted a nutrition education program for adolescents and young adults in rural Uganda using input from young people, parents, community health workers, and local leaders. The final program used simple visual materials and community health worker-led household sessions to teach healthy eating and improve nutrition knowledge. The study shows that working closely with … [Read more...] about Systematic adaptation of a visual-aided adolescent nutrition intervention from peri-urban Burkina Faso for rural Uganda using intervention mapping

Perceived benefits of community-based TB preventive treatment in children in Uganda: “When she sees other children getting the same medication, she will feel not alone.”

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This study explored a community-based approach to help children at risk of tuberculosis receive and complete preventive treatment. It found that bringing care closer to home, with support from community health workers and peer groups, can reduce costs, improve trust, and help children stick to treatment. However, challenges like low awareness, stigma, lack of medicines, and … [Read more...] about Perceived benefits of community-based TB preventive treatment in children in Uganda: “When she sees other children getting the same medication, she will feel not alone.”

Community health knowledge and access to care in post-conflict Northern Uganda: Perspectives of community health workers in Pader District

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This study explored how community health workers in Pader District, Northern Uganda, view health problems and barriers to care in their communities. Through group discussions with 46 community health workers, researchers found that malaria, maternal and child health problems, and rising chronic diseases are major concerns. The workers explained that long distances to health … [Read more...] about Community health knowledge and access to care in post-conflict Northern Uganda: Perspectives of community health workers in Pader District

Catching babies, carrying traditions: the voices and practices of traditional birth attendants in Mayuge District, East central Uganda

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In rural Mayuge District in Uganda, traditional birth attendants continue to care for pregnant women and newborns, especially where health facilities are hard to reach. This study shows that TBAs provide care before, during, and after birth using a mix of traditional and modern practices, but they face many challenges. These include limited supplies, poor links with health … [Read more...] about Catching babies, carrying traditions: the voices and practices of traditional birth attendants in Mayuge District, East central Uganda