In this study, researchers sought to assess the impact of training on knowledge and skills of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) in primary eye care services. Researchers recruited 102 ASHAs from South Delhi, India. Participants received one-day vision screening training and were assessed by researchers for their overall vision screening skill. Using a pre- and … [Read more...] about A study to assess the knowledge and skills of Accredited Social Health Activists and its retention after training in community-based primary eye care
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An intervention package for supporting the mental well-being of community health workers in low, and middle-income countries during the COVID-19 pandemic
In this study, researchers organized a Zoom workshop to discuss and support the mental health of CHWs during the COVID-19 pandemic. CHWs were invited from Australia, Bangladesh, India, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Malawi, Uganda, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. In total, 27 people participated. Participants identified the importance of creating a hub, either … [Read more...] about An intervention package for supporting the mental well-being of community health workers in low, and middle-income countries during the COVID-19 pandemic
Application of primary healthcare principles in national community health worker programmes in low-income and middle-income countries: a scoping review
This systematic review sought to investigate how primary health care (PHC) principles in CHW programs impact health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries. Four PHC principles were included in the review: universal health care, community participation, intersectoral coordination, and appropriateness of services. Authors screened 281 papers, and included 26 for review. … [Read more...] about Application of primary healthcare principles in national community health worker programmes in low-income and middle-income countries: a scoping review
Is respectful care provided by community health workers associated with infant feeding practices? A cross sectional analysis from India
In this cross-sectional analysis, researchers in India studied how interpersonal communication influences the quality and delivery of care and information concerning breastfeeding by Anganwadi Workers, or AWWs. Researchers surveyed 3,266 mothers and children from two Indian states and recorded quality of care using a 7-question survey. Women who reported more respectful care … [Read more...] about Is respectful care provided by community health workers associated with infant feeding practices? A cross sectional analysis from India
Training community health workers for the COVID-19 response, India
This article details a COVID-19 training program for community health workers in Bihar, India. Fifteen thousand CHWs enrolled in the training which took place in May 2021. During the one-day event, CHWs were educated on how to identify potential cases of COVID-19, how to monitor patients and arrange testing, and how to work alongside local health centers. One month later, 80 … [Read more...] about Training community health workers for the COVID-19 response, India