The study investigates the role of community health workers (CHWs) trained as community health entrepreneurs (CHEs) in providing care for febrile illness and diarrhea in rural Uganda. Surveys and mapping of care providers were conducted in 15 villages. Results show that CHEs play a significant role in providing primary healthcare, but challenges remain in optimizing their … [Read more...] about Uptake of community health care provision by community health entrepreneurs for febrile illness and diarrhea: a cross-sectional survey in rural communities in Bunyangabu district, Uganda
Unsung heroes in Ghana’s healthcare system the case of community health volunteers and community health management committee
This research investigates the impact of community health management committees (CHMCs) and community health volunteers (CHVs) on the Ghanaian health system. Conducted in three districts in the Ashanti region, the study involved 35 participants, including health service users and professionals. Findings indicate that the effectiveness of CHMCs and CHVs depends on their … [Read more...] about Unsung heroes in Ghana’s healthcare system the case of community health volunteers and community health management committee
Assessment of pre-referral treatment for malaria, diarrhea, and pneumonia by rural community health workers in Southwestern Uganda: a cross-sectional study
This study investigates pre-referral treatment practices for malaria, diarrhea, and pneumonia in children under 5 years old in rural Uganda. Analyzing data from 2014 to 2018, it found notable trends in gender distribution, age categories, test results, symptom prevalence, and timely medical visits among 171 children. The findings underscore the importance of strengthening … [Read more...] about Assessment of pre-referral treatment for malaria, diarrhea, and pneumonia by rural community health workers in Southwestern Uganda: a cross-sectional study
Factors influencing community-facility linkage for case management of possible serious bacterial infections among young infants in Kenya
Despite evidence of the feasibility of implementing WHO's guidelines for managing neonatal sepsis in Kenya, challenges persist in community-facility referrals and follow-up. This study investigates facilitators and barriers to these linkages in Busia and Migori counties, Kenya. Data from June to July 2022 show that while community health volunteers referred many newborns with … [Read more...] about Factors influencing community-facility linkage for case management of possible serious bacterial infections among young infants in Kenya
Effects of Experiential Learning Program of Community Health Workers on Health Literacy and Preventive Behaviors of Emerging Infectious Diseases and Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases of Respiratory System
This study explores the impact of an experiential learning program on community health workers' (CHWs) health literacy and preventive behaviors regarding emerging and re-emerging respiratory diseases. Conducted in Ngao District, Lampang Province, Thailand, the program significantly improved CHWs' health literacy and preventive behaviors compared to before the program. The … [Read more...] about Effects of Experiential Learning Program of Community Health Workers on Health Literacy and Preventive Behaviors of Emerging Infectious Diseases and Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases of Respiratory System