Journal articles

Remuneration systems of community health workers in India and promoted maternal health outcomes: a cross-sectional study

This cross-sectional study compared the performance of “paid-for-performance” Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) and salaried Anganwadi workers (AWWs) in various Indian states. While results varied among them, the study found that AWWs’ visits had a stronger connection with positive health behaviors compared to ASHAs. ASHA visits had weaker impacts on nutrition and … [Read more...] about Remuneration systems of community health workers in India and promoted maternal health outcomes: a cross-sectional study

Efficacy of a Community Health Worker–Based Intervention in Improving Dietary Habits Among Community-Dwelling Older People: A Controlled, Crossover Trial in Japan

This study analyzed the effects of CHW-led interventions promoting improved diets for the elderly in Japan. Findings showed that CHW-based interventions proved to be viable methods to motivate healthier lifestyles. … [Read more...] about Efficacy of a Community Health Worker–Based Intervention in Improving Dietary Habits Among Community-Dwelling Older People: A Controlled, Crossover Trial in Japan

Increasing utilisation of perinatal services: estimating the impact of community health worker program in Neno, Malawi

To address the issue of high maternal mortality in Malawi, the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Communities intervention trained CHWs to conduct household visits to locate pregnant women and accompany them to perinatal care. Results indicate an 18% increase in antenatal care attendance, a 200% increase in antenatal care attendance in the first trimester and an increase of 37% in … [Read more...] about Increasing utilisation of perinatal services: estimating the impact of community health worker program in Neno, Malawi

The supervisory relationships of community health workers in primary health care: social network analysis of ward-based outreach teams in Ngaka Modiri Molema District, South Africa

This study used social network analysis to examine supervisor-supervisee relationships. Direct supervisors of CHW teams and peer support are the strongest supervisory relationships. The study found that PHC staff and middle managers play a weaker role in CHW supervision. … [Read more...] about The supervisory relationships of community health workers in primary health care: social network analysis of ward-based outreach teams in Ngaka Modiri Molema District, South Africa

Evaluation of a training program on primary eye care for an Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) in an urban district

This study examined the results of training Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) as primary eye care (PEC) workers. ASHAs performed eye screenings and referred patients to optometrists. After program implementation, optometrists saw an average increase in monthly outpatient department visits. The study concludes that, with proper training, ASHAs can provide PEC services. … [Read more...] about Evaluation of a training program on primary eye care for an Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) in an urban district