This qualitative study explored the experiences and factors affecting the use of a smartphone-based mHealth tool called YendaNafe by community health workers (CHWs) in rural Malawi. Through focus group discussions and interviews, CHWs reported that mHealth improved task efficiency, competence, trust, and professionalism. Factors influencing its use included relationships with … [Read more...] about Experiences of community health workers on adopting mHealth in rural Malawi: A qualitative study
Factors associated with Community Health Agents’ knowledge about tuberculosis
This cross-sectional study examined the factors influencing the knowledge of Community Health Agents (ACS) regarding tuberculosis (TB). Through a questionnaire, knowledge levels were assessed in two components: TB itself and ACS functions within the National TB Control Program. Results showed that overall TB knowledge was associated with professional experience length, TB … [Read more...] about Factors associated with Community Health Agents’ knowledge about tuberculosis
Exploring opportunities to strengthen rural tuberculosis health service delivery: a qualitative study with health workers in Tibet autonomous region, China
This qualitative study conducted in Shigatse, Tibet, China, aimed to explore ways to enhance tuberculosis (TB) healthcare delivery. Through interviews with health workers, three key themes emerged: the importance of training primary and community health workers for TB identification and linkage to care, the need to engage community health workers for patient retention and … [Read more...] about Exploring opportunities to strengthen rural tuberculosis health service delivery: a qualitative study with health workers in Tibet autonomous region, China
An Assessment of Pharmacist Perceptions and Experiences with Community Health Workers
This study surveyed pharmacists in six states to explore their perceptions and experiences with Community Health Workers (CHWs). Of the 163 respondents, 35.6% reported working with CHWs, while 64.4% had not. Most expressed strong interest in continuing or starting collaborations with CHWs. Pharmacists identified several benefits of CHW involvement, including improved patient … [Read more...] about An Assessment of Pharmacist Perceptions and Experiences with Community Health Workers
A community health worker led approach to cardiovascular disease prevention in the UK—SPICES-Sussex (scaling-up packages of interventions for cardiovascular disease prevention in selected sites in Europe and Sub-saharan Africa): an implementation research project
The SPICES-Sussex study in the UK aimed to develop and implement a community-based intervention for cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk reduction among under-served populations. Using a hybrid implementation design, the study engaged Voluntary and Community and Social Enterprises (VCSE), and Community Health Workers (CHWs). Results showed significant improvements in CVD risk … [Read more...] about A community health worker led approach to cardiovascular disease prevention in the UK—SPICES-Sussex (scaling-up packages of interventions for cardiovascular disease prevention in selected sites in Europe and Sub-saharan Africa): an implementation research project