This study explores the role of community-based health workers (CBHWs) in addressing adolescents' sexual and reproductive health needs in rural Zambia. Through 14 in-depth interviews, CBHWs discussed their experiences and perceptions. They navigate dual roles as both community members and health professionals, serving as educators, service providers, advocates, and reporters of … [Read more...] about Being both a grandmother and a health worker: experiences of community-based health workers in addressing adolescents’ sexual and reproductive health needs in rural Zambia
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Factors Associated with Communities’ Satisfaction of Receiving Curative Care Administered by Community Health Workers in the Health Districts of Boussé and Boussouma in Burkina Faso, 2024
This study in Burkina Faso evaluates community satisfaction with curative care provided by community health workers (CHWs). Conducted through a cross-sectional study, data were collected via household surveys and focus groups. Results indicate households receive effective curative care from CHWs but are dissatisfied with their temporal accessibility. Improving availability, … [Read more...] about Factors Associated with Communities’ Satisfaction of Receiving Curative Care Administered by Community Health Workers in the Health Districts of Boussé and Boussouma in Burkina Faso, 2024
On-demand mobile hypertension training for primary health care workers in Nigeria: a pilot study
This pilot study evaluates a self-paced online training program designed for Nigerian health workers to diagnose and manage hypertension. The course, accessible via smartphones, consisted of 12 modules based on WHO and Nigerian guidelines. Participants showed significant improvement in knowledge, with a pre-test score of 65.4% increasing to 78.2% post-test. Feedback indicated … [Read more...] about On-demand mobile hypertension training for primary health care workers in Nigeria: a pilot study
“… He’s not beating me”-Socio-cultural construction of intimate partner violence and traditional birth attendants: implications for maternal & child health in rural communities in Hohoe, Ghana
This study examines nursing mothers' experiences of financial support from their partners and the role of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in rural Ghana. Through interviews and focus groups, participants discussed the lack of support from partners for housekeeping and finances. Interestingly, nursing mothers did not perceive this lack of support as abuse but as a hindrance … [Read more...] about “… He’s not beating me”-Socio-cultural construction of intimate partner violence and traditional birth attendants: implications for maternal & child health in rural communities in Hohoe, Ghana
Success in vaccination programming through community health workers: a qualitative analysis of interviews and focus group discussions from Nepal, Senegal and Zambia
This multiple case study investigated the role of community health workers (CHWs) in successful early childhood immunization programs in Nepal, Senegal, and Zambia. Through interviews and focus group discussions, factors contributing to CHW effectiveness were identified, including CHW organization, motivation, and trust. Improvements in immunization coverage were attributed to … [Read more...] about Success in vaccination programming through community health workers: a qualitative analysis of interviews and focus group discussions from Nepal, Senegal and Zambia
