Sudan, located in Northeast Africa with a population of 48.1 million, has faced ongoing conflict and political instability, including civil wars and fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and paramilitary groups in 2023. This has caused widespread violence, insecurity, and displacement, particularly in Khartoum and Darfur. Sudan's health system is decentralized, with the … [Read more...] about Sudan Community Health Country Brief
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North West Syria Community Health Brief
North West Syria (NWS) has been severely affected by ongoing conflict since 2011, leading to a humanitarian crisis. The situation worsened with an economic crisis, COVID-19, cholera, and an earthquake in 2023, affecting over 4.5 million people, especially women and children. Many displaced people live in overcrowded camps with limited services. There is a major shortage of … [Read more...] about North West Syria Community Health Brief
Morocco Community Health Country Brief
Morocco, with 37 million people, allocates 7.15% of its national budget to health. The country has made notable progress in health outcomes, including improved life expectancy and reduced maternal and infant mortality. It also handled COVID-19 effectively. Community health efforts date back decades, with a key strategy launched in 2019 through a partnership between the … [Read more...] about Morocco Community Health Country Brief
Assessing Challenges and Sources of Dissatisfaction among Accredited Social Health Activists Employees
Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) are key to healthcare in rural India but face significant challenges, as seen in a study of 150 workers in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. Major issues include delayed payments (70%), heavy workloads (92%), poor training (71%), and inadequate facilities (97%). Many report harassment (95%), high stress (89%), and tough working conditions (73%). … [Read more...] about Assessing Challenges and Sources of Dissatisfaction among Accredited Social Health Activists Employees
Structural supports and challenges for community health worker models: Lessons from the COVID-19 response in Orange County, California
During the COVID-19 pandemic, community health workers (CHWs) played a vital role in supporting vulnerable communities and reducing health inequities. Interviews with policymakers in Orange County, California, revealed that while CHWs were recognized as essential, they often lacked adequate support. Key recommendations include fair pay, reduced administrative hurdles, … [Read more...] about Structural supports and challenges for community health worker models: Lessons from the COVID-19 response in Orange County, California
