This study compared the performance of community health workers (CHWs) in a refugee settlement in Uganda when paid in cash versus digital payments. The findings showed that CHWs performed better when paid in cash, as digital payments were often delayed and inconsistent, which affected their motivation. Factors like having a secondary education and side jobs were linked to … [Read more...] about Do cash or digital payment modalities affect community health worker performance? – a case study of a remote refugee settlement in Western Uganda
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Georgia’s Community Health Workers: An Investigation Into Core Competencies
This study explored the key skills and abilities that community health workers (CHWs) in Georgia need to be effective. Through surveys, focus groups, and interviews, it found that communication, advocacy, outreach, and relationship building are the most important competencies for CHWs. However, challenges like limited resources, trust issues with clients, low pay, and high … [Read more...] about Georgia’s Community Health Workers: An Investigation Into Core Competencies
Do cash or digital payment modalities affect community health worker performance? – a case study of a remote refugee settlement in Western Uganda
This study compared the performance of community health workers (CHWs) in Uganda's Kyaka II refugee settlement when paid in cash versus digital payments. Results showed that CHWs performed better with cash payments, as digital payments were often delayed and inconsistent, leading to demotivation. Factors like secondary education and having a side job were linked to better … [Read more...] about Do cash or digital payment modalities affect community health worker performance? – a case study of a remote refugee settlement in Western Uganda
Integrating humanities in healthcare: a mixed-methods study for development and testing of a humanities curriculum for front-line health workers in Karachi, Pakistan
In Pakistan, lady health workers (LHWs) play a crucial role in providing maternal and child health services but face low pay and heavy workloads. To help them better connect with and support their patients, the researchers created a training program based on local art and literature aimed at enhancing their empathy, communication, and compassion. This program was tested with … [Read more...] about Integrating humanities in healthcare: a mixed-methods study for development and testing of a humanities curriculum for front-line health workers in Karachi, Pakistan
Adoptability of digital payments for community health workers in peri-urban Uganda: A case study of Wakiso district
This study looked at how Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Wakiso district, Uganda, accept digital payments. Most CHWs had used mobile money before, and over half were open to using digital payments. The study found that CHWs who trusted digital payments were more likely to use them, while those worried about risks were less likely to adopt them. Qualitative interviews … [Read more...] about Adoptability of digital payments for community health workers in peri-urban Uganda: A case study of Wakiso district