Low-quality data is a challenge for community health workers (CHWs) in low and middle-income countries. Mobile health (mHealth) applications can help by allowing CHWs to record and submit data electronically. This study explored the barriers and benefits of mHealth among CHWs in Banda parish, Kampala. Through interviews and focus groups with CHWs and officials, three main … [Read more...] about Barriers and benefits of mHealth for community health workers in integrated community case management of childhood diseases in Banda Parish, Kampala, Uganda a cross-sectional study
Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)
Using eLearning to improve and retain knowledge of community health workers in maternal and neonatal health in Rwanda: A prospective cohort study
In Rwanda, Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a vital role in maternal and neonatal health but often lack access to ongoing training, impacting their effectiveness. This study evaluated the impact of eLearning on CHWs’ knowledge. Conducted from April to October 2021 with 36 CHWs in two districts, the study measured knowledge before, immediately after, and six months … [Read more...] about Using eLearning to improve and retain knowledge of community health workers in maternal and neonatal health in Rwanda: A prospective cohort study
The longitudinal impact of an evidence-based multiple family group intervention (Amaka Amasanyufu) on family cohesion among children in Uganda: Analysis of the cluster randomized SMART Africa-Uganda scale-up study (2016-2022)
This study analyzed data from the SMART Africa-Uganda study to assess the impact of the Amaka Amasanyufu family-strengthening intervention on family cohesion among children with behavioral challenges. Participants from 26 primary schools were divided into control and intervention groups. Results showed that both intervention groups, whether delivered by parent peers or … [Read more...] about The longitudinal impact of an evidence-based multiple family group intervention (Amaka Amasanyufu) on family cohesion among children in Uganda: Analysis of the cluster randomized SMART Africa-Uganda scale-up study (2016-2022)
Perceptions towards management of acute malnutrition by community health volunteers in northern Kenya
This study investigated community perceptions of acute malnutrition treatment by community health volunteers (CHVs) in Turkana and Isiolo counties, Kenya. Through focus group discussions and interviews, caregivers and CHVs found the intervention beneficial, acceptable, effective, and easily accessible. The community health structure facilitated commodity supply and CHV support … [Read more...] about Perceptions towards management of acute malnutrition by community health volunteers in northern Kenya
Cost-effectiveness of village health worker-led integrated community case management (iCCM) versus health facility based management for childhood illnesses in rural southwestern Uganda
This study compared the cost-effectiveness of village health worker (VHW)-led integrated community case management (iCCM) for childhood illness with health facility-based services in rural southwestern Uganda. It found that while health facility-based services were less costly per child treated, VHW-led iCCM was more effective in treating children for malaria, pneumonia, and … [Read more...] about Cost-effectiveness of village health worker-led integrated community case management (iCCM) versus health facility based management for childhood illnesses in rural southwestern Uganda