The SATHI project in India trained community health workers (CHWs) with basic education to reduce unmet surgical needs in slum areas. In a 6-month pilot involving 12,730 people, 10% had surgical needs, with 57% unmet. CHWs helped 60% of these patients get needed surgeries, especially for abdominal conditions and cataracts. The project shows that with short training, CHWs can … [Read more...] about Community health workers to reduce unmet surgical needs in an urban slum in India: an implementation study
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Development of a Tool for the Assessment of Job Satisfaction amongst the Community Health Workers
This study aimed to create a tool to measure job satisfaction among community health workers (CHWs) based on factors related to individuals, the community, and the health system. A survey was given to 92 CHWs in rural Madhya Pradesh, India. After analysis, a 13-item scale was finalized, focusing on the health system, supervision, peer support, and personal job satisfaction. The … [Read more...] about Development of a Tool for the Assessment of Job Satisfaction amongst the Community Health Workers
The Impact of Social Policies on Reproductive Health, Maternal Employment, and Child Health: Evidence From India
This dissertation explores how community health workers (CHWs) and daycare services in India impact maternal and child health, as well as maternal employment. Using rigorous analytical methods, the study finds that CHWs, like India's Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), significantly improve access to reproductive healthcare, leading to better outcomes like antenatal … [Read more...] about The Impact of Social Policies on Reproductive Health, Maternal Employment, and Child Health: Evidence From India
Community perceptions of ethics and professionalism of community health workers – a qualitative exploration
In Tamil Nadu, India, a study explored community views on the ethics and professionalism of community health workers (CHWs). Through focus groups and interviews, the research found that while CHWs often provide good service and use technology effectively, they also face challenges. Problems included living far from communities, poor communication, and failing to meet their … [Read more...] about Community perceptions of ethics and professionalism of community health workers – a qualitative exploration
Quality of life among community health workers in the districts of Koppal, Raichur and Mysore, Karnataka State, India
A study of 739 Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Karnataka, India, assessed their Quality of Life (QoL) using the WHOQOL-BREF tool. The average QoL score was 3.4 out of 5, with the highest ratings for social relationships and the lowest for environmental factors. Higher QoL scores were linked to primary education, a personal income above INR 5000, and a family income between … [Read more...] about Quality of life among community health workers in the districts of Koppal, Raichur and Mysore, Karnataka State, India
