Low-quality data is a challenge for community health workers (CHWs) in low and middle-income countries. Mobile health (mHealth) applications can help by allowing CHWs to record and submit data electronically. This study explored the barriers and benefits of mHealth among CHWs in Banda parish, Kampala. Through interviews and focus groups with CHWs and officials, three main … [Read more...] about Barriers and benefits of mHealth for community health workers in integrated community case management of childhood diseases in Banda Parish, Kampala, Uganda a cross-sectional study
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The longitudinal impact of an evidence-based multiple family group intervention (Amaka Amasanyufu) on family cohesion among children in Uganda: Analysis of the cluster randomized SMART Africa-Uganda scale-up study (2016-2022)
This study analyzed data from the SMART Africa-Uganda study to assess the impact of the Amaka Amasanyufu family-strengthening intervention on family cohesion among children with behavioral challenges. Participants from 26 primary schools were divided into control and intervention groups. Results showed that both intervention groups, whether delivered by parent peers or … [Read more...] about The longitudinal impact of an evidence-based multiple family group intervention (Amaka Amasanyufu) on family cohesion among children in Uganda: Analysis of the cluster randomized SMART Africa-Uganda scale-up study (2016-2022)
Cost-effectiveness of village health worker-led integrated community case management (iCCM) versus health facility based management for childhood illnesses in rural southwestern Uganda
This study compared the cost-effectiveness of village health worker (VHW)-led integrated community case management (iCCM) for childhood illness with health facility-based services in rural southwestern Uganda. It found that while health facility-based services were less costly per child treated, VHW-led iCCM was more effective in treating children for malaria, pneumonia, and … [Read more...] about Cost-effectiveness of village health worker-led integrated community case management (iCCM) versus health facility based management for childhood illnesses in rural southwestern Uganda
Adaption and pilot testing of a lay HIV supporter program for traditional healers a mixed methods study in rural Uganda
In rural Uganda, many people living with HIV (PLWH) struggle to stay in care. Traditional healers (TH) are often the first point of contact for healthcare. This study adapted a program to train TH in supporting PLWH who have stopped treatment. The adapted program successfully helped PLWH return to care and adhere to treatment. TH provided psychosocial support and acted as a … [Read more...] about Adaption and pilot testing of a lay HIV supporter program for traditional healers a mixed methods study in rural Uganda
Feasibility of screening for cognitive impairment among older persons and referral by community health workers in Wakiso district, Uganda
In Uganda, cognitive impairment in older adults often goes undiagnosed due to limited resources and trained personnel. This study aimed to assess the feasibility of using Community Health Workers (CHWs) to screen and refer older adults with cognitive impairment in Wakiso district. CHWs received training and used a screening tool to identify cognitive impairment. Results showed … [Read more...] about Feasibility of screening for cognitive impairment among older persons and referral by community health workers in Wakiso district, Uganda
