Qualitative

Adherence to integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI) guidelines by community health workers in Kano State, Nigeria through use of a clinical decision support (CDS) platform

This study evaluated the impact of using THINKMD’s digital decision support tool to improve community health workers' (CHWs) adherence to the World Health Organization's (WHO) Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) guidelines in Nigeria. After implementing the tool, CHWs showed a significant increase in capturing key clinical data, rising from 30.7% to 72.4%. Even … [Read more...] about Adherence to integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI) guidelines by community health workers in Kano State, Nigeria through use of a clinical decision support (CDS) platform

This study explored how community health workers in Rwanda use the muzima mobile app for patient care. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and group discussions. Most users could complete tasks in the app, though some older and less experienced workers struggled. The app helped manage diabetes and hypertension, reducing visits to health centers. However, users … [Read more...] about Muzima Mobile Application for Screening Hypertension and Diabetes: A User Experience of the App Among Community Health Workers in Rwanda

This study explored what affects starting and sticking with antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV in Nepal. Interviews with 24 people living with HIV and 26 healthcare providers revealed several key factors. On the positive side, personal fears of death, knowledge about ART, and financial support helped people start and continue treatment. Challenges included concerns about … [Read more...] about Multilevel determinants of antiretroviral therapy initiation and retention in the test-and-treat era of Nepal: a qualitative study

This study explored how Malaria Community Health Workers (CHWs) in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) are adapting to provide both malaria and non-malaria services as malaria cases decline. A survey of 28 CHW programs in 14 countries revealed that these workers often provide health education for malaria and other diseases, and are involved in COVID-19 activities. Most programs … [Read more...] about Expanded roles of community health workers to sustain malaria services in the Asia-Pacific: A landscaping survey

In Tamil Nadu, India, a study explored community views on the ethics and professionalism of community health workers (CHWs). Through focus groups and interviews, the research found that while CHWs often provide good service and use technology effectively, they also face challenges. Problems included living far from communities, poor communication, and failing to meet their … [Read more...] about Community perceptions of ethics and professionalism of community health workers – a qualitative exploration