As states work to strengthen public health systems and address healthcare workforce shortages, many are focusing on community health workers (CHWs) to improve health and equity. A recent 50-state review by NASHP highlights how states are supporting CHWs, particularly through Medicaid funding. Insights from surveys, interviews, and a roundtable discussion at the 2021 NASHP … [Read more...] about Lessons for Advancing and Sustaining State Community Health Worker Partnerships
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Leveraging Women’s Groups: Evidence on Pro-equity Interventions to Improve Immunization Coverage for Zero-dose Children and Missed Communities
This brief highlights the potential of women's groups as a strategy to improve child health, particularly in reaching underserved communities and zero-dose children (those who haven't received any vaccines). Based on a review of studies from 2010 to 2022, supported by FHI 360 and Gavi, it found that women's groups—community-based groups that share knowledge and build … [Read more...] about Leveraging Women’s Groups: Evidence on Pro-equity Interventions to Improve Immunization Coverage for Zero-dose Children and Missed Communities
Libye Community Health Country Brief
Libya, with a population of 6.47 million, is facing political instability and is in a transition phase with a provisional government. The country’s healthcare system is centralized, though efforts are underway to decentralize services across 101 municipalities. Since conflicts in 2011 and 2014, Libya's healthcare system has become fragmented, with weakened service delivery due … [Read more...] about Libye Community Health Country Brief
Jordan Community Health Country Brief
Jordan, located in the Middle East with a population of about 11.5 million, has maintained stability and growth despite regional challenges. The country has a strong healthcare system, with services provided by the Ministry of Health, Royal Medical Services, university hospitals, and the private sector. Healthcare for Palestinian refugees is also provided by UNRWA. Insurance … [Read more...] about Jordan Community Health Country Brief
Sudan Community Health Country Brief
Sudan, located in Northeast Africa with a population of 48.1 million, has faced ongoing conflict and political instability, including civil wars and fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and paramilitary groups in 2023. This has caused widespread violence, insecurity, and displacement, particularly in Khartoum and Darfur. Sudan's health system is decentralized, with the … [Read more...] about Sudan Community Health Country Brief