This study looked at how community health volunteers in western Kenya help manage malaria. It found that they reach more people than health facilities in many areas and play a big role in testing and treating malaria cases. Their work follows national guidelines and helps improve access to care, especially in places with limited health services. The study shows that supporting … [Read more...] about Community health volunteers improve access to malaria case management in Siaya County, Kenya
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Facilitators and barriers of Community Case management of Malaria implementation in Homabay, Busia and Kakamega Counties, Kenya
This study looked at how community health volunteers (CHVs) help fight malaria by diagnosing and treating it within communities. Researchers surveyed 528 households and held discussions and interviews to understand what helps or hinders this work. They found that most households had received malaria services and were satisfied with CHV care. Successful efforts included … [Read more...] about Facilitators and barriers of Community Case management of Malaria implementation in Homabay, Busia and Kakamega Counties, Kenya
Factors influencing community-facility linkage for case management of possible serious bacterial infections among young infants in Kenya
Despite evidence of the feasibility of implementing WHO's guidelines for managing neonatal sepsis in Kenya, challenges persist in community-facility referrals and follow-up. This study investigates facilitators and barriers to these linkages in Busia and Migori counties, Kenya. Data from June to July 2022 show that while community health volunteers referred many newborns with … [Read more...] about Factors influencing community-facility linkage for case management of possible serious bacterial infections among young infants in Kenya