Community health workers (CHWs) play a vital role in identifying and referring children under 5 with danger signs for prompt medical care in rural areas. This study in Bugoye sub-county, Uganda, found that most children with danger signs were appropriately referred according to iCCM protocols. However, there's a need for continuous CHW training to ensure consistent referral … [Read more...] about Management of children with danger signs in integrated community case management care in rural southwestern Uganda (2014–2018)
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Motivational interviewing experiences from a community health worker-led HIV prevention and care intervention in rural Uganda: a qualitative study
This study explores the use of Motivational Interviewing (MI) by Community Health Workers (CHWs) to improve HIV outcomes in a rural Ugandan fishing community. Through in-depth interviews, CHWs and clients described positive experiences with MI-informed counseling, highlighting specific MI strategies and collaborative, non-judgmental relationships. The findings suggest that … [Read more...] about Motivational interviewing experiences from a community health worker-led HIV prevention and care intervention in rural Uganda: a qualitative study
Uptake of community health care provision by community health entrepreneurs for febrile illness and diarrhea: a cross-sectional survey in rural communities in Bunyangabu district, Uganda
The study investigates the role of community health workers (CHWs) trained as community health entrepreneurs (CHEs) in providing care for febrile illness and diarrhea in rural Uganda. Surveys and mapping of care providers were conducted in 15 villages. Results show that CHEs play a significant role in providing primary healthcare, but challenges remain in optimizing their … [Read more...] about Uptake of community health care provision by community health entrepreneurs for febrile illness and diarrhea: a cross-sectional survey in rural communities in Bunyangabu district, Uganda
Assessment of pre-referral treatment for malaria, diarrhea, and pneumonia by rural community health workers in Southwestern Uganda: a cross-sectional study
This study investigates pre-referral treatment practices for malaria, diarrhea, and pneumonia in children under 5 years old in rural Uganda. Analyzing data from 2014 to 2018, it found notable trends in gender distribution, age categories, test results, symptom prevalence, and timely medical visits among 171 children. The findings underscore the importance of strengthening … [Read more...] about Assessment of pre-referral treatment for malaria, diarrhea, and pneumonia by rural community health workers in Southwestern Uganda: a cross-sectional study
Acceptability of Integrated Community-Based HIV and Cervical Cancer Screening in Mayuge District, Uganda
This study evaluated the acceptability of integrating cervical cancer and HIV screening in rural Uganda. Surveys conducted among patients and community health workers showed that 99% of women and 100% of CHWs found integrated screening acceptable. Reasons included time-saving, privacy, and peer support. Integrating screening could help overcome barriers to accessing care and … [Read more...] about Acceptability of Integrated Community-Based HIV and Cervical Cancer Screening in Mayuge District, Uganda