This study developed and tested a new mobile health tool called Scripted Medicine to help community health workers (CHWs) in Lesotho take on more responsibilities in caring for chronic diseases. The tool uses clear medical guidelines and social communication scripts to teach CHWs both medical and counseling skills. Results showed that these tools helped CHWs feel more confident … [Read more...] about Empowering Community Health Workers With Scripted Medicine: Design Science Research Study
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Field Dynamics Faced by Community Health Workers During a Public Health Crisis: A Qualitative Study of Motivations and Challenges
Because there aren’t enough healthcare workers, more Community Health Workers (CHWs) are being trained to help meet health needs. During health emergencies like COVID-19, CHWs played a key role in helping communities, despite many challenges. This study interviewed 13 CHWs in Makassar City to understand what motivates them and what challenges they face. It found that their … [Read more...] about Field Dynamics Faced by Community Health Workers During a Public Health Crisis: A Qualitative Study of Motivations and Challenges
Leveraging Community-Based Interventions To Improve Health Outcomes In Infectious Disease-Prone Populations
Community-based health programs are important for helping people at risk of infectious diseases. These programs use local knowledge, trusted community members, and tools like mobile apps to improve access to care, encourage early treatment, and share health information. They work well in places affected by diseases like malaria, TB, and HIV/AIDS. Partnerships with governments … [Read more...] about Leveraging Community-Based Interventions To Improve Health Outcomes In Infectious Disease-Prone Populations
Examining the Implementation Experience of Primary Health Care Networks (PCNs) in Kenya: A Qualitative Study
Kenya introduced Primary Health Care Networks (PCNs) to improve basic health services. This study looked at how well the PCNs are being used in five counties. While the idea had strong support from both experts and leaders, putting it into practice faced several challenges. Key parts of the program, like forming health teams and using digital tools, were not fully carried out. … [Read more...] about Examining the Implementation Experience of Primary Health Care Networks (PCNs) in Kenya: A Qualitative Study
Integrating community health workers to sustain malaria services in the Greater Mekong Subregion: Findings from implementer case studies
In the Greater Mekong Subregion, community health workers (CHWs) have played a key role in fighting malaria. As malaria cases go down, their role is changing. This study looked at how their work is being expanded to include other health services. Interviews with program leaders from eight countries showed that adding new tasks for CHWs can happen in different ways, depending on … [Read more...] about Integrating community health workers to sustain malaria services in the Greater Mekong Subregion: Findings from implementer case studies