Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like heart disease and diabetes are a major global health challenge, surpassing infectious diseases in causing deaths. Despite this, funding for NCD care lags behind the growing burden. This report explores how digital tools can empower community health workers (CHWs) to address NCDs effectively. It highlights the importance of investing in CHWs … [Read more...] about Wiring the Community Health Worker: A Winning Strategy for NCD Care
NON Communicable Diseases/NCD
Developing a district level supportive supervision framework for community health workers through co-production in South Africa
In an effort to address highly chronic communicable/non communicable diseases and move towards Universal Health Coverage, South Africa relies on community health worker programs. However, CHW programs suffer from limited training and resources, low trust with other primary health care workers and inadequate supervision. This study applied the model of co-production to a … [Read more...] about Developing a district level supportive supervision framework for community health workers through co-production in South Africa
Community health workers’ involvement in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in Wakiso District, Uganda
The authors of this study examined the role CHWs play in preventing and supporting noncommunicable diseases interventions in the Wakiso District of Uganda. Although CHWs showed general knowledge of noncommunicable diseases, their role in prevention was limited. There are opportunities to better involve CHWs in the prevention of noncommunicable diseases through enhanced CHW … [Read more...] about Community health workers’ involvement in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in Wakiso District, Uganda
Community health workers for non-communicable disease prevention and control in Nepal: a qualitative study
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a major health issue in Nepal. This study examines existing barriers and facilitators to utilizing CHWs in the prevention and management of NCDs. The authors argue that CHWs deliver essential NCD services. To improve service delivery, CHWs should be fully integrated into the primary care system in Nepal. … [Read more...] about Community health workers for non-communicable disease prevention and control in Nepal: a qualitative study
Community health workers’ involvement in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in Wakiso District, Uganda
This study assessed the involvement of Community Health Workers in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in the Wakiso District, Uganda. Research focused on the current knowledge, attitudes and practices of CHWs as well as community perceptions. The study found that despite CHWs having some knowledge on NCDs and their risk factors, their involvement in the … [Read more...] about Community health workers’ involvement in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in Wakiso District, Uganda