This review looked at studies on how much it costs and how effective it is to use Community Health Workers (CHWs) to fight HIV, TB, and malaria in low- and middle-income countries. Most of the 33 studies came from sub-Saharan Africa and showed that CHWs help deliver education, find cases, support treatment, and refer patients. In most cases, CHW programs were cheaper and more … [Read more...] about Costs and cost-effectiveness of community health worker programs focussed on HIV, TB and malaria infectious diseases in low- and middle-income countries (2015-2024): A scoping literature review
Critical roles of community health workers in combating stunting in low and middle-income countries
Stunting remains a major health problem in low- and middle-income countries, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, affecting millions of children under five. It leads to poor physical growth, learning difficulties, and reduced productivity later in life. Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a key role in fighting stunting by educating families, promoting good … [Read more...] about Critical roles of community health workers in combating stunting in low and middle-income countries
An Assessment of Community Health Workers’ Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Rehabilitation Services in a Dhaka District Sub-Unit
Many people around the world need rehabilitation services, and Community Health Workers (CHWs) can help provide this care. This study looked at CHWs in one area of Dhaka, Bangladesh, to see what they know, how they feel, and what they do about rehabilitation services. The results showed that most CHWs had poor knowledge and did not practice rehabilitation well. However, most … [Read more...] about An Assessment of Community Health Workers’ Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Rehabilitation Services in a Dhaka District Sub-Unit
Implementation and Evaluation of an mOral Health Training Program for Community Health Workers in Kenya
There aren’t enough oral health professionals in many places, especially in Africa. To help fix this, a new mobile oral health course was created for Community Health Workers (CHWs) by Harvard and WHO-AFRO. This study looked at how well the course worked when tested in Kenya and other parts of the world. Nearly 6,000 people enrolled, and over 2,400 completed the course. Most … [Read more...] about Implementation and Evaluation of an mOral Health Training Program for Community Health Workers in Kenya
Impact of artificial intelligence in operations
India’s rural health system struggles with few doctors and poor facilities. Community Health Workers (CHWs) help fill this gap, especially in caring for pregnant women. This study looked at patient records to see how well CHWs are doing, focusing on things like regular visits and counseling. The results showed that these activities were linked to better health for mothers, such … [Read more...] about Impact of artificial intelligence in operations