This study evaluated the efficacy of a mental health assessment training program for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) in rural India. Twelve ASHA workers received training in mental health assessment and mental health knowledge. The training program significantly improved the mental health knowledge and Global Mental Health Assessment Tool checklist scores of the ASHA … [Read more...] about Assessing the Efficacy of Mental Health Assessment Training for Accredited Social Health Activists Workers in Rural India: A Pilot Study
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Peer-Led Community-Based Support Services and HIV Treatment Outcomes Among People Living With HIV in Wuxi, China: Propensity Score–Matched Analysis of Surveillance Data From 2006 to 2021
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the associations between peer-led community-based support services and HIV treatment outcomes and survival among people living with HIV in Wuxi, China. The study used a convenience sampling method to enroll people living with HIV who had received peer-led community-based support services, such as CHWs, from local community-based … [Read more...] about Peer-Led Community-Based Support Services and HIV Treatment Outcomes Among People Living With HIV in Wuxi, China: Propensity Score–Matched Analysis of Surveillance Data From 2006 to 2021
Success in vaccination programming through community health workers: A case study of Nepal, Senegal, and Zambia
The purpose of this study was to identify different elements among community health worker programs that led to improved vaccination coverage in Senegal, Zambia, and Nepal. The study consisted of interviews and focus group discussions regarding the factors that led to successful early childhood immunization. Results found that implementation of a vaccination program consisted … [Read more...] about Success in vaccination programming through community health workers: A case study of Nepal, Senegal, and Zambia
Women on the frontline of Covid-19: understanding local women village health volunteers in the northern province of Thailand
This paper investigated the role of local women village health volunteers during the COVID-19 pandemic in the northern province of Thailand. Researchers conducted in-depth interviews with 40 local village health volunteers from: Mae Hia, Fa Ham, Suthep, and Tha Sala sub districts. Results demonstrated that their roles were diverse during the pandemic.hTey acted as community … [Read more...] about Women on the frontline of Covid-19: understanding local women village health volunteers in the northern province of Thailand
Status and Determinants of Early Detection of Oral Premalignant and Malignant Lesions in India
This review sought to discuss the various challenges in the early detection of oral premalignant and malignant lesions and potential solutions to these challenges in India. Researchers identified the following factors as challenges within the community to the early detection of these poor oral health outcomes: (i) sociodemographic factors, (ii) poorly understood natural history … [Read more...] about Status and Determinants of Early Detection of Oral Premalignant and Malignant Lesions in India
