This qualitative study explored the experiences and factors affecting the use of a smartphone-based mHealth tool called YendaNafe by community health workers (CHWs) in rural Malawi. Through focus group discussions and interviews, CHWs reported that mHealth improved task efficiency, competence, trust, and professionalism. Factors influencing its use included relationships with … [Read more...] about Experiences of community health workers on adopting mHealth in rural Malawi: A qualitative study
Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)
A community health worker led approach to cardiovascular disease prevention in the UK—SPICES-Sussex (scaling-up packages of interventions for cardiovascular disease prevention in selected sites in Europe and Sub-saharan Africa): an implementation research project
The SPICES-Sussex study in the UK aimed to develop and implement a community-based intervention for cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk reduction among under-served populations. Using a hybrid implementation design, the study engaged Voluntary and Community and Social Enterprises (VCSE), and Community Health Workers (CHWs). Results showed significant improvements in CVD risk … [Read more...] about A community health worker led approach to cardiovascular disease prevention in the UK—SPICES-Sussex (scaling-up packages of interventions for cardiovascular disease prevention in selected sites in Europe and Sub-saharan Africa): an implementation research project
Need for innovative ways to invest more and better in Primary Healthcare (PHC)
Community Health Workers (CHWs) are vital for primary healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), providing essential services in remote areas. However, ensuring sustainable funding for CHWs remains a major challenge. The Financing Alliance for Health (FAH) collaborates with governments, donors, and private sectors to overcome these financial barriers. Financing Alliance for … [Read more...] about Need for innovative ways to invest more and better in Primary Healthcare (PHC)
Understanding the uptake and determinants of prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV services in East Africa: Mixed methods systematic review and meta-analysis
This review examines the uptake and determinants of key Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) services in East Africa. Analyzing 52 studies, it found that while maternal HIV testing and ART initiation rates were relatively high, uptake of infant ARV prophylaxis and Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) were lower. Factors influencing PMTCT service uptake included place of … [Read more...] about Understanding the uptake and determinants of prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV services in East Africa: Mixed methods systematic review and meta-analysis
The Vicious Worm education tool improves the knowledge of community health workers on Taenia solium cysticercosis in Rwanda
In rural Rwanda, community health workers were trained using The Vicious Worm education software to increase knowledge about Taenia solium infections. A study with 207 participants found that baseline knowledge about cysticercosis was low. However, after training, knowledge significantly improved and was maintained four weeks later. Despite challenges like digital illiteracy … [Read more...] about The Vicious Worm education tool improves the knowledge of community health workers on Taenia solium cysticercosis in Rwanda