This qualitative study conducted in Soweto, South Africa, explored the pregnancy and postpartum experiences of young women enrolled in the Bukhali intervention, delivered by community health workers (CHWs). Factors influencing these experiences included feelings about pregnancy, motherhood responsibilities, health challenges, social support, and socioeconomic pressures. The … [Read more...] about The role of a community health worker-delivered preconception and pregnancy intervention in achieving a more positive pregnancy experience: the Bukhali trial in Soweto, South Africa
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Reducing the equity gap in under-5 mortality through an innovative community health program in Ethiopia an implementation research study
Ethiopia implemented a national health program called the Health Extension Program (HEP) to improve access to healthcare, particularly in rural areas, using health extension workers (HEWs). This study examines how Ethiopia utilized the HEP to introduce evidence-based interventions (EBIs) to reduce under-5 mortality (U5M) and address health disparities. Through a mix of research … [Read more...] about Reducing the equity gap in under-5 mortality through an innovative community health program in Ethiopia an implementation research study
Impact of training and case manager support for traditional birth attendants in the linkage of care among HIV-positive pregnant women in Southwest Nigeria: a 3-arm cluster randomized control trial
The study assessed the effectiveness of a training model involving case managers and traditional birth attendants (TBAs) to improve HIV care for pregnant women in Nigeria. Three groups of TBAs were compared: one received training only, one received training plus case manager support, and one served as a control. While improvements were seen in HIV testing referrals and … [Read more...] about Impact of training and case manager support for traditional birth attendants in the linkage of care among HIV-positive pregnant women in Southwest Nigeria: a 3-arm cluster randomized control trial
Examining the referral of patients with elevated blood pressure to health resources in an under-resourced community in South Africa
This study investigated the effectiveness of community health workers (CHWs) in referring individuals with elevated blood pressure (BP) to local health resources in Soweto, South Africa. Results showed that CHWs successfully screened a large number of community members and provided referrals to a physical activity (PA) program or local health clinics. Factors influencing … [Read more...] about Examining the referral of patients with elevated blood pressure to health resources in an under-resourced community in South Africa
Using CFIR framework for understanding barriers and facilitators to implementation of community tuberculosis program in Burkina Faso
This study examines the factors influencing the implementation of a community-based tuberculosis (TB) program involving Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Burkina Faso. Through qualitative interviews with health providers, the study identifies both facilitators and barriers to the program's success. Facilitators include collaboration between stakeholders and flexibility in … [Read more...] about Using CFIR framework for understanding barriers and facilitators to implementation of community tuberculosis program in Burkina Faso
