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
Celebrating the Roles of Community Health Workers
National Community Health Worker (CHW) Awareness Week, August 26-30, 2024, highlights the vital role CHWs play in their communities. In this episode, Dr. Philip Chan talks with CHWs Rachel Young and Kinzel Thomas about their work as trusted leaders, problem solvers, and health advocates. They discuss the impact of CHWs, their unique skills, certification, and the importance of … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Roles of Community Health Workers
The role of a community health worker‑delivered preconception and pregnancy intervention in achieving a more positive pregnancy experience: the Bukhali trial in Soweto, South Africa
This study explored the pregnancy and postpartum experiences of young women in Soweto, South Africa, and how the Bukhali intervention, delivered by community health workers (CHWs), impacted these experiences. Interviews with 15 women revealed that pregnancy was shaped by feelings of responsibility, physical and mental health challenges, unstable support, and socioeconomic … [Read more...] about The role of a community health worker‑delivered preconception and pregnancy intervention in achieving a more positive pregnancy experience: the Bukhali trial in Soweto, South Africa
“It Spreads Like Wildfire”: Mothers’ Gatherings for Vaccine Acceptance
This case study highlights an initiative aimed at increasing COVID-19 vaccine confidence and uptake among refugee and immigrant women in Clarkston, Georgia. The project, called Mothers x Mothers, was developed by Refugee Women’s Network and IDEO.org. It involved community health workers (CHWs) who were actively involved in every stage of the project, from design to evaluation. … [Read more...] about “It Spreads Like Wildfire”: Mothers’ Gatherings for Vaccine Acceptance
A qualitative analysis of community health worker perspectives on the implementation of the preconception and pregnancy phases of the Bukhali randomised controlled trial
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