The goal of this analysis was to provide evidence about systems capabilities, features, and use of mobile applications by CHWs to increase data visibility, access to data for decision-making, and improved product availability at the last mile. Researchers collected data via two strategies: (1) by conducting an Internet search to assess which mobile applications CHWs use and (2) … [Read more...] about Technical Report: Analyzing The Landscape: Supply Chain Mobile Tools for Community Health Workers
Mental health care in the city of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Analysis of demand, supply and operational response capacity of the health district of Tshamilemba
This study sought to analyze the existing demand and supply of mental health care in the health district of Tshamilemba in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Researchers also critically examined the district’s operational response capacity to address mental health. A multimethod, cross-sectional exploratory study was conducted, including a documentary review, household … [Read more...] about Mental health care in the city of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Analysis of demand, supply and operational response capacity of the health district of Tshamilemba
Impact of integrated community-facility interventions model on neonatal mortality in rural Bangladesh- a quasi-experimental study
The purpose of this study was to outline an intervention package that included CHW-assisted pregnancy and birth surveillance, postnatal visits to access newborns, referral for facility-based care, and establishment of a newborn stabilization unit. A quasi-experimental controlled study was conducted in Bangladesh to measure the effectiveness of this intervention. Primary … [Read more...] about Impact of integrated community-facility interventions model on neonatal mortality in rural Bangladesh- a quasi-experimental study
Community Health Worker programmes’ integration into national health systems: Scoping review
The aim of this review was to present evidence on CHW programs’ integration into National Health Systems for improved health outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Six CHW programs representing three SSA regions were purposely identified based on their deemed integration into respective National Health Systems. A scoping review on the identified programs was then conducted, and … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker programmes’ integration into national health systems: Scoping review
Design, implementation, and evaluation of community health worker training programs in Latinx communities: A scoping review
The purpose of this review was to examine the current reporting trends of program design, implementation, and evaluation of training programs for Latinx CHWs in the USA. Researchers explored five scholarly databases to identify articles describing training programs for Latinx CHWs between 2009 to 2021. Findings from the articles that met the inclusion criteria suggested a lack … [Read more...] about Design, implementation, and evaluation of community health worker training programs in Latinx communities: A scoping review