Malaria

Field testing of user-friendly perennial malaria chemoprevention packaging in Benin, Côte d’Ivoire and Mozambique

This study examined the use of sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) dispersible tablets for perennial malaria chemoprevention (PMC) in children in Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, and Mozambique. Conducted from February to June 2022, the research involved focus group discussions and interviews with health authorities, health workers, community health workers (CHWs), and caregivers to evaluate … [Read more...] about Field testing of user-friendly perennial malaria chemoprevention packaging in Benin, Côte d’Ivoire and Mozambique

Cameroon has a high malaria burden, worsened by ongoing conflict since 2018, which has limited healthcare access. This study aimed to understand barriers to malaria services and the role of community health workers (CHWs). Through focus groups and interviews conducted in 2021 in Southwest and Littoral regions, the study found that access to healthcare is difficult in … [Read more...] about Exploring existing malaria services and the feasibility of implementing community engagement approaches amongst conflict-affected communities in Cameroon: a qualitative study

This study in Rwanda's Ngoma District assesses factors affecting indoor residual spraying (IRS) uptake and its impact on malaria. A household survey and analysis of health data were conducted. Results show that self-employed and unemployed households were less likely to use IRS. Households receiving information about the IRS via media were less likely to use the IRS than were … [Read more...] about Indoor residual spraying uptake and its effect on malaria morbidity in Ngoma district, Eastern province of Rwanda, 2018-2021

Malaria remains a significant health challenge, especially in Africa where the majority of cases and deaths occur, predominantly affecting children under 5. WHO recommends prompt diagnosis before treatment, and Kenya has adopted a Test and Treat policy, extending testing through community health workers (CHWs). However, many in rural areas still self-treat or seek care in the … [Read more...] about Supply-side and demand-side factors influencing uptake of malaria testing services in the community: lessons for scale-up from a post-hoc analysis of a cluster randomised, community-based trial in western Kenya

In Rwanda, malaria is a significant health concern, especially for children under five. This study examined the availability of antimalarial medicines and inventory management by Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Bugesera District. Findings showed that CHWs play a vital role in providing antimalarial medicines, with most people accessing them easily from CHWs or health … [Read more...] about Availability of antimalarial medicines and inventory management at the community level: a case study of Bugesera district in Rwanda