This review sought to identify countries where CHWs administer vaccines and to synthesize health systems factors that may influence the feasibility of CHWs administering vaccines. Data included peer-reviewed literature from three databases and gray literature identified through web searches and by CHW subject matter experts. From this database, 23 CHW cadres were identified … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers as Vaccinators: A Rapid Review of the Global Landscape, 2000-2021
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What makes community health worker models for tuberculosis active case finding work? A cross-sectional study of TB REACH projects to identify success factors for increasing case notifications
The aim of this cross-sectional study was to analyze data from the TB REACH initiative, which has supported interventions using CHWs to deliver TB care in over 30 countries, to address key knowledge gaps in CHW networks. A survey was conducted to understand projects’ practices on CHW recruitment, training, activities, supervision, compensation, and sustainability. The results … [Read more...] about What makes community health worker models for tuberculosis active case finding work? A cross-sectional study of TB REACH projects to identify success factors for increasing case notifications
Effect of home visits by community health workers on complementary feeding practices among caregivers of children aged 6-23 months in 10 districts of Bangladesh
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of home visits by CHWs on complementary feeding practices of the caregivers of children in Bangladesh. Researchers collected data on complementary feeding practices using a 24-hour recall questionnaire. Age-appropriate dietary diversity, minimum meal frequency, and minimum acceptable diet were assessed based on recommended … [Read more...] about Effect of home visits by community health workers on complementary feeding practices among caregivers of children aged 6-23 months in 10 districts of Bangladesh
Factors affecting motivation of close-to-community sexual and reproductive health workers in low-income urban settlements in Bangladesh: A qualitative study
The purpose of this study was to explore the factors affecting close-to-community (CTC) health workers’ motivation in providing sexual and reproductive health services in low-income urban settlements of Bangladesh. In-depth interviews were conducted in two phases with CTC health workers operating, and results uncovered that both extrinsic and intrinsic factors affect CTC … [Read more...] about Factors affecting motivation of close-to-community sexual and reproductive health workers in low-income urban settlements in Bangladesh: A qualitative study
Community Health Workers: what do international studies tell us?
The objective of this review was to understand the current literature on Community Health Worker (CHW) programs worldwide by identifying the following components: nomenclatures, practices, training, and working conditions. In highlighting the similarities and differences between programs, this review serves to better inform managers and decision-makers in regards to … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers: what do international studies tell us?
