Mixed Methods

Community Health Worker-Led Intervention to Increase Hepatitis D Virus Screening among Immigrants in the Metropolitan-DC Area

Hepatitis delta virus (HDV) is a serious infection that affects people with hepatitis B (HBV), increasing their risk of liver cancer. However, HDV screening is not common, especially among immigrant communities in Metropolitan-DC, where HBV rates are high. The Health Betterment Initiative (HBI) trained community health workers (CHWs) to educate immigrants about HDV and … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker-Led Intervention to Increase Hepatitis D Virus Screening among Immigrants in the Metropolitan-DC Area

This study explores the psychological well-being of female caregivers of children with disabilities in low-resource areas of Kenya. Caregiving can be challenging, leading to stress and emotional strain. The research identifies factors that affect caregivers' well-being and suggests ways healthcare workers can offer support. Simple actions, like using clear language to explain a … [Read more...] about Mitigating moral distress by enhancing healthcare workers’ understanding of challenges faced by carers of children with disabilities in low-resource settings in Kenya

This study assessed the community health system in Uganda to understand its readiness for a new government-led community health worker project. It involved interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys with community health workers (CHWs) and pregnant women. The findings showed that while governance of community health was generally strong, coordination among partners was … [Read more...] about Community health system capacities and capabilities within an evolving community health policy framework: mixed methods study of stakeholders in central Uganda

In Liberia, children face challenges like poor nutrition, lack of stimulation, and illness, which can harm their development. This study tested an intervention that combined parenting support with providing eggs and fish for better child feeding. Thirty caregivers and their children participated in group sessions and received food for four weeks. The intervention was delivered … [Read more...] about Integrated child nutrition, parenting, and health intervention in rural Liberia: A mixed-methods feasibility study

The study explored how a network of community health workers, pharmacists, and organizations improved COVID-19 vaccine uptake in rural Missouri. Through outreach efforts, they provided education to over 84,000 people and administered nearly 15,000 vaccines. Key factors for success included trust, collaboration, and better access to services, while challenges included poor … [Read more...] about Stronger Together: A community case study highlighting the benefits of pharmacy and community collaborations.