This study looked at why many families in Indonesia and Ethiopia still prefer Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) despite efforts to promote hospital births. Interviews and group discussions with mothers, TBAs, community health workers, men, and community leaders showed that people value TBAs because they are close by, trusted, and provide culturally familiar support. The … [Read more...] about Context and reasons of preference for use of traditional birth attendant care in Indonesia and Ethiopia
Community health volunteer support for regular blood pressure monitoring in Indonesia spatial regression models
This study explored how community health volunteers (CHVs) in Indonesia influence regular blood pressure checks, which are key to managing hypertension. Using national survey data, researchers found that people were more likely to monitor their blood pressure when CHVs rated their traits (using a likert scale) as kind, considerate, and helpful, especially in parts of Sumatra. … [Read more...] about Community health volunteer support for regular blood pressure monitoring in Indonesia spatial regression models
Exploring community health workers’ perspectives on recommending influenza vaccination to older adults: a phenomenological study
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) in Shanghai encourage older adults to get the flu vaccine. While most were willing to recommend the vaccine, many were cautious and focused on avoiding blame or harming their reputation. Their actions were shaped by personal beliefs, community expectations, their own skills, and lessons from COVID-19. The study suggests … [Read more...] about Exploring community health workers’ perspectives on recommending influenza vaccination to older adults: a phenomenological study
The Fundamentals of Health Research training for community health workers: a mixed-methods study
This program trained community health workers (CHWs) to better understand and talk about health research with their communities. The 12-hour course helped them learn about research basics, ethics, and how to share this information in simple ways. After the training, many CHWs felt more confident and were more likely to support research in their communities. The program helped … [Read more...] about The Fundamentals of Health Research training for community health workers: a mixed-methods study
Community health workers identify children requiring health center admission in Northern Uganda: prehospital risk prediction using vital signs and advanced point-of-care tests
This study tested if community health workers could use simple tools to identify seriously sick children before they reached a health center. Involving 636 children, it found that checking vital signs was better at predicting which kids needed admission than using danger signs or a special blood test (CRP). The results show it's possible for health workers in low-resource areas … [Read more...] about Community health workers identify children requiring health center admission in Northern Uganda: prehospital risk prediction using vital signs and advanced point-of-care tests