This study assessed the effectiveness of community health workers (CHWs) in detecting oral cancer and potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) through visual screening in South Asia and Southeast Asia. A systematic review and meta-analysis of 12 studies found that CHWs identified 8% of cases as suspicious and 92% as normal. The screenings had a sensitivity of 75% and specificity … [Read more...] about Feasibility, Reliability, and Effectiveness of Oral cancer screening in South Asia and Southeast Asian countries: A systematic review and Meta-analysis
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Holistic Approach for the Early Detection of Oral Cancer: A Comprehensive Training Module
This study aimed to educate Community Health Workers (CHWs) in India on early oral cancer detection to reduce the disease burden. A total of 178 participants were divided into two groups: one focused on screening and prevention, and the other on advanced diagnostics, AI-enabled tools, and patient care for Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders. Pre- and post-training assessments … [Read more...] about Holistic Approach for the Early Detection of Oral Cancer: A Comprehensive Training Module
Engaging Community Health Workers to Enhance Modern Contraceptive Uptake Among Young First-Time Parents in Five Cities of Uttar Pradesh
In slum settlements, young newly married women and first-time parents (FTPs) have a high need for modern contraceptives to limit and space births. This study describes an intervention that integrated adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health (AYSRH) services tailored for FTPs into the government’s existing family planning (FP) program in five cities in Uttar Pradesh. … [Read more...] about Engaging Community Health Workers to Enhance Modern Contraceptive Uptake Among Young First-Time Parents in Five Cities of Uttar Pradesh
Utilizing Group Model Building to Identify Barriers and Facilitators of Hypertension Management in Primary Health Care, China
This project used Group Model Building (GMB) to identify barriers and facilitators in managing hypertension in primary health care in China. Fourteen key stakeholders participated in a workshop to plot and discuss factors affecting hypertension management, resulting in the identification of 26 influencing factors. These factors were categorized into three levels: institutional, … [Read more...] about Utilizing Group Model Building to Identify Barriers and Facilitators of Hypertension Management in Primary Health Care, China
Prevalence of non-communicable chronic diseases in rural India amongst peri- and post-menopausal women: Can artificial intelligence help in early identification?
This study aimed to identify peri- and post-menopausal women at risk of non-communicable diseases in rural India using artificial intelligence. Conducted in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, the observational study focused on women aged 45-60 from three villages in Latur district. Accredited social health activist workers identified 400 women, of whom 316 were … [Read more...] about Prevalence of non-communicable chronic diseases in rural India amongst peri- and post-menopausal women: Can artificial intelligence help in early identification?
