This study investigates the abuse of girls in an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in north-central Nigeria and the response of community health workers. Conflict in Benue State, driven by religious differences between the Tiv people and Fulani herdsmen, has led to the displacement of women and girls into various IDP camps. Previous literature has not adequately addressed … [Read more...] about Displaced in the name of Religion’: Girl child abuse and community healthcare workers’ response to women crying for help in IDP camps in North Central, Nigeria
CHW Role
The role of community health workers in non-communicable diseases in Cape Town, South Africa: descriptive exploratory qualitative study
Community health workers (CHWs) are essential in South Africa's primary health care, particularly in Cape Town's community-oriented primary care model. While their roles in HIV, tuberculosis, maternal, and child health are clear, their role in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) needs further exploration. This study examined CHWs' current involvement with NCDs in Cape Town's … [Read more...] about The role of community health workers in non-communicable diseases in Cape Town, South Africa: descriptive exploratory qualitative study
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
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
Exploring existing malaria services and the feasibility of implementing community engagement approaches amongst conflict-affected communities in Cameroon: a qualitative study
Cameroon has a high malaria burden, worsened by ongoing conflict since 2018, which has limited healthcare access. This study aimed to understand barriers to malaria services and the role of community health workers (CHWs). Through focus groups and interviews conducted in 2021 in Southwest and Littoral regions, the study found that access to healthcare is difficult in … [Read more...] about Exploring existing malaria services and the feasibility of implementing community engagement approaches amongst conflict-affected communities in Cameroon: a qualitative study
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