Authors: Soumyadeep Bhaumik, Sandeep Moola, Jyoti Tyagi, Devaki Nambiar, Misimi Kakoti
This paper presents the results of a rapid evidence synthesis (RES) on CHWs and their role in COVID-19 control and prevention. The authors note that, although more research on implementation is required, findings support the vital role of CHWs in the COVID-19 response. They stress the importance of role clarity, supportive supervision, and work satisfaction for CHWs.
Link: Community health workers for pandemic response: a rapid evidence synthesis
Resource Topic: CHW Role, Data Collection, Infectious/communicable diseases, Prevention, Supervision, Training
Resource Type: COVID-19, Journal articles, Research
Year: 2020
Region: Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), Middle East and North Africa (MENA), North America (U.S. and Canada), Oceania, Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)
Country: Global
Publisher May Restrict Access: No