This cluster randomised controlled trial looked at the ability to train CHWs in Malawi to identify individuals with ear and hearing disorders. The intervention and training were effective and could be scaled up to CHWs in other countries. … [Read more...] about Feasibility and acceptability of training community health workers in ear and hearing care in Malawi: a cluster randomised controlled trial
Effectiveness of community health worker training programmes for cardiovascular disease management in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review
This review evaluates the training provided to CHWs to prevent and manage cardiovascular disease. … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of community health worker training programmes for cardiovascular disease management in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review
Modelling the cost of community interventions to reduce child mortality in South Africa using the Lives Saved Tool (LiST)
This research paper models the cost and impact of community interventions aiming to reduce child mortality in South Africa. … [Read more...] about Modelling the cost of community interventions to reduce child mortality in South Africa using the Lives Saved Tool (LiST)
Determinants of knowledge of critical danger signs, safe childbirth and immediate newborn care practices among auxiliary midwives: a cross sectional survey in Myanmar
This cross-sectional study found that many of the auxiliary midwives were unable to recognize the majority of critical danger signs for childbirth. The paper also found a low level of knowledge about safe childbirth and immediate newborn care practices. … [Read more...] about Determinants of knowledge of critical danger signs, safe childbirth and immediate newborn care practices among auxiliary midwives: a cross sectional survey in Myanmar
The role of a decision-support smartphone application in enhancing community health volunteers’ effectiveness to improve maternal and newborn outcomes in Nairobi, Kenya: quasi-experimental research protocol
This paper examines the impact of an intervention to improve maternal and newborn health in Nairobi, Kenya, through an mHealth application called mobile Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health. … [Read more...] about The role of a decision-support smartphone application in enhancing community health volunteers’ effectiveness to improve maternal and newborn outcomes in Nairobi, Kenya: quasi-experimental research protocol