Conflict in the Central African Republic (CAR) has caused population displacement, food insecurity, and limited healthcare. Community health workers (CHWs) trained by The MENTOR Initiative provide basic care to children under 5 in hard-to-reach areas of north-west CAR. This study analyzed data from CHWs to examine malnutrition rates and their links to malaria, conflict, and … [Read more...] about Global acute malnutrition is associated with geography, season and malaria incidence in the conflict-affected regions of Ouham and Ouham Pendé prefectures, Central African Republic
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The impacts of task shifting on the management and treatment of malnourished children in Northern Kenya
This study tested whether community health volunteers in northern Kenya could effectively treat children with acute malnutrition at home using simple tools. The study compared two groups: one where volunteers treated malnourished children at home and another where they only screened and referred children to health facilities. The results showed that children treated at home by … [Read more...] about The impacts of task shifting on the management and treatment of malnourished children in Northern Kenya
Treatment of moderate acute malnutrition through community health volunteers is a cost-effective intervention: Evidence from a resource-limited setting
This study evaluates the cost-effectiveness of treating moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) by integrating community health volunteers (CHVs) into routine community case management (iCCM). The researchers compared the costs and outcomes of the integrated approach, which included CHV sites and health facilities, to standard facility-based treatment alone. The integrated strategy … [Read more...] about Treatment of moderate acute malnutrition through community health volunteers is a cost-effective intervention: Evidence from a resource-limited setting
Toddler Anthropometric Measurement Training for Posyandu Cadres in Wonorejo Village
Many Indonesian children face the risk of double malnutrition, making it crucial to monitor toddlers' growth closely. Community health workers at integrated health posts (posyandu) play a vital role in early detection of growth disorders. This community engagement aimed to improve their understanding of conducting and evaluating anthropometric measurements. Training methods … [Read more...] about Toddler Anthropometric Measurement Training for Posyandu Cadres in Wonorejo Village
Integration of Acute Malnutrition Treatment Into Integrated Community Case Management in Three Districts in Southern Mali: An Economic Evaluation
In this study conducted in Mali, the cost and cost-effectiveness of community health workers (CHWs) treating acute malnutrition were evaluated across three districts. Different levels of CHW and health center supervision were assessed for their impact on treatment outcomes. Costs per child treated ranged from US$203.40 to US$279.90, depending on the level of supervision, with … [Read more...] about Integration of Acute Malnutrition Treatment Into Integrated Community Case Management in Three Districts in Southern Mali: An Economic Evaluation