In Kazakhstan, methadone is a free treatment for opioid use disorder, but few people who need it are using it. This study explored barriers to methadone access among people who inject drugs (PWID), healthcare providers, and policymakers. Key challenges included concerns about methadone safety, strict entry requirements, and limited availability. Clinicians and community health … [Read more...] about Exploration of the multi-level barriers to scaling up methadone for HIV prevention among people who inject drugs in Kazakhstan
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From stigma to solutions: harnessing local wisdom to tackle harms associated with menstrual seclusion (chhaupadi) in Nepal
In Nepal, the tradition of chhaupadi isolates women during menstruation and childbirth, leading to health risks. This study in Dailekh used a community-driven approach to develop solutions to reduce its harmful effects. Through Human-Centered Design, key stakeholders were engaged, and five interventions were created, including counseling by female community health volunteers … [Read more...] about From stigma to solutions: harnessing local wisdom to tackle harms associated with menstrual seclusion (chhaupadi) in Nepal
Enhancing adolescent health awareness: impact of online training on medical and community health officers in Andhra Pradesh, India
This study evaluated the impact of online training on menstrual hygiene, early marriage, and HIV/STI awareness among Medical Officers and Community Health Officers in Andhra Pradesh, India. Conducted over 10 months, the training reached 9,897 participants, with 2,809 completing both pre- and post-tests. Results showed a significant increase in knowledge across all topics, with … [Read more...] about Enhancing adolescent health awareness: impact of online training on medical and community health officers in Andhra Pradesh, India
Community health worker payment processes: a qualitative assessment of experience in two Indian states
This study examined how community health workers (CHWs) in India are paid, focusing on the impact of digital tools and challenges in receiving timely wages. Researchers analyzed payment processes for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) in two states, conducting interviews and focus groups with CHWs, supervisors, and health officials. Findings revealed delays in payment … [Read more...] about Community health worker payment processes: a qualitative assessment of experience in two Indian states
Feasibility of Engaging Community Healthcare Workers to Identify and Enhance Subfertility Care in The Northern Province, Sri Lanka
Subfertility affects many people worldwide, including in Sri Lanka, despite its strong healthcare system. This study evaluated the use of Community Health Workers (CHWs) to improve fertility care in Jaffna’s Nallur MOH area. Over six months, the program showed positive results, easing the workload of public health midwives, improving referrals for subfertile couples, and … [Read more...] about Feasibility of Engaging Community Healthcare Workers to Identify and Enhance Subfertility Care in The Northern Province, Sri Lanka
