Community health workers (CHWs) are vital in improving health in low- and middle-income countries like South Africa. The Bukhali project, a trial aimed at supporting young women in Soweto, involves CHWs delivering preconception and pregnancy care. This study explored the challenges and successes of implementing Bukhali from the CHWs' perspectives. Through focus group … [Read more...] about A qualitative analysis of community health worker perspectives on the implementation of the preconception and pregnancy phases of the Bukhali randomised controlled trial
Enablers and barriers for task sharing of mental health care from nurses to community health workers: A scoping review
The World Health Organization and South Africa’s Mental Health Care Act promote providing mental health services in communities by involving community health workers (CHWs). This study reviewed literature to find out what helps or hinders this approach. Out of 15 articles reviewed, 9 met the criteria. It found that challenges include insufficient training, stigma, family … [Read more...] about Enablers and barriers for task sharing of mental health care from nurses to community health workers: A scoping review
Optimizing HIV Patient Engagement with Reinforcement Learning in Resource-Limited Settings
Digital tools like the Community Health Access and Resource Management (CHARM) app can transform patient care, especially in areas with limited health workers and training. CHARM is an AI-powered mobile app designed for community health workers (CHWs), mainly local women. It helps CHWs manage cases, learn more, and communicate better. Developed by Causal Foundry and … [Read more...] about Optimizing HIV Patient Engagement with Reinforcement Learning in Resource-Limited Settings
Reviewing Health Manpower Development. A Method of Improving National Health Systems.
This guide helps countries review and improve their health workforce to strengthen their health systems. It covers how health systems and workforce development are linked, including national policies and planning methods. It also looks at training for various health roles like doctors, nurses, and community health workers, and how to manage these workers. The guide provides … [Read more...] about Reviewing Health Manpower Development. A Method of Improving National Health Systems.
Integrating humanities in healthcare: a mixed-methods study for development and testing of a humanities curriculum for front-line health workers in Karachi, Pakistan
In Pakistan, lady health workers (LHWs) play a crucial role in providing maternal and child health services but face low pay and heavy workloads. To help them better connect with and support their patients, the researchers created a training program based on local art and literature aimed at enhancing their empathy, communication, and compassion. This program was tested with … [Read more...] about Integrating humanities in healthcare: a mixed-methods study for development and testing of a humanities curriculum for front-line health workers in Karachi, Pakistan