This study explored how women in two rural communities in Mali accessed free audio health messages via mobile phones and identified barriers they faced. The research included focus groups and interviews with community members, revealing that women trusted health information from various sources like radio and community centers. Community health workers or agents were also cited … [Read more...] about Evaluating barriers to reaching women with public health information in remote communities in Mali
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Evaluating counseling skills of community health workers for pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province
This study evaluated the counseling skills of Community Health Workers (CHWs) who support pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province, South Africa. Using a questionnaire and data from 81 CHWs, the study found that there were significant differences in how CHWs approached various stages of counseling, such as preparation, introduction, working phase, and termination. Many CHWs … [Read more...] about Evaluating counseling skills of community health workers for pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province
Development of a framework for community health workers to contribute to interprofessional learning teams
The study aimed to create a framework to help Community Health Workers (CHWs) effectively join and support interprofessional teams working on diabetes care in South African rural communities. Using a theory-based approach and input from various discussions and reviews, a draft framework was developed and validated by experts. The final framework focuses on equipping CHWs with … [Read more...] about Development of a framework for community health workers to contribute to interprofessional learning teams
The use of community-oriented primary care (COPC) model to generate vaccine demand: The case of a remote fishing community in Cameroon
This study focuses on improving childhood vaccination in hard-to-reach areas of the Manoka Health District in Cameroon, which has a high rate of unvaccinated children (91.7%). Factors like reliance on herbalists and poor trust in the healthcare system have contributed to vaccine hesitancy. The project used community health workers (CHWs) to provide integrated health services, … [Read more...] about The use of community-oriented primary care (COPC) model to generate vaccine demand: The case of a remote fishing community in Cameroon
Malaria community case management usage and quality of malaria care in a moderate Plasmodium falciparum burden region of Chadiza District, Zambia
This report examines malaria case management in Chadiza District, Zambia, where community case management (CCM) programs are expanding to include all ages, not just children under 5. A survey of 11,030 participants found a malaria prevalence of 19.1%, with school-aged children showing the highest rates at 28.8%. Among those who reported fever, a significant number sought … [Read more...] about Malaria community case management usage and quality of malaria care in a moderate Plasmodium falciparum burden region of Chadiza District, Zambia