This study in Nepal looked at how the shift to local government control has affected the management and support of female community health volunteers. Interviews, group discussions, and document reviews found that local decision-making has made the system somewhat more responsive to community needs and improved accountability and participation. However, local governments still … [Read more...] about Assessment of community health workforce governance in federal Nepal
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Exploring the potential of community health workers in type-2 diabetes and hypertension management in Cambodia
This study in Cambodia looked at whether community health workers are prepared to support people with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. A survey of 153 workers found that most had a good basic understanding of these conditions and already carried out some related health activities, although there were gaps in their knowledge of certain risk factors. The study also found … [Read more...] about Exploring the potential of community health workers in type-2 diabetes and hypertension management in Cambodia
Effect of a Preparedness Program on Readiness of Village Health Volunteers for Dementia Screening and Risk Reduction in the Community
This study in northern Thailand tested a training program to prepare village health volunteers to identify people at risk of dementia and support efforts to reduce that risk. Ninety-six volunteers took part, with half receiving the training and the other half continuing with their usual activities. Those who received the training showed clear improvements in their ability to … [Read more...] about Effect of a Preparedness Program on Readiness of Village Health Volunteers for Dementia Screening and Risk Reduction in the Community
Feasibility Evaluation of a Multidisciplinary Digital Rehabilitation Delivered by Community Health Workers for Mild Stroke in Indonesia
This study in Indonesia explored whether Community Health Workers (CHWs) could help people with mild stroke access rehabilitation through a digital programme at home. The programme provided exercises for movement, daily activities, and speech, and most participants followed the exercises regularly. About three-quarters reported meaningful improvements in their daily … [Read more...] about Feasibility Evaluation of a Multidisciplinary Digital Rehabilitation Delivered by Community Health Workers for Mild Stroke in Indonesia
Effectiveness of a combined online and in-person training model in improving village health workers’ counselling quality and infant and young child feeding practices: a mixed-methods study in rural China
This study in rural China examined whether a combination of online and in-person training could improve village health workers’ ability to advise families on feeding young children. After the training, the quality of counselling improved greatly, with health workers reporting better knowledge, skills, and confidence. Families in the trained areas were also more likely to … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of a combined online and in-person training model in improving village health workers’ counselling quality and infant and young child feeding practices: a mixed-methods study in rural China