This review provides a conceptual framework on CHW performance in low- and middle-income counties. The paper outlines several key factors that should be focused on to improve CHW performance. … [Read more...] about Performance of community health workers: situating their intermediary position within complex adaptive health systems
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How female community health workers navigate work challenges and why there are still gaps in their performance: a look at female community health workers in maternal and child health in two Indian districts through a reciprocal determinism framework
This article researched female community health workers performance in India through interviews. While their work resulted in positive community health changes, community norms and health system practices limited their effectiveness. … [Read more...] about How female community health workers navigate work challenges and why there are still gaps in their performance: a look at female community health workers in maternal and child health in two Indian districts through a reciprocal determinism framework
The Mixed Nature of Incentives for Community Health Workers: Lessons from a Qualitative Study in Two Districts in India
This article uses qualitative research to understand the role of incentives in motivating community health workers in India. … [Read more...] about The Mixed Nature of Incentives for Community Health Workers: Lessons from a Qualitative Study in Two Districts in India
Improving local health through community health workers in Cambodia: challenges and solutions
Volunteer community health workers (CHWs) in Cambodia promote local health and act as a bridge between the public health system and the community. This article examines the obstacles CHWs face in Cambodia through qualitative research, which includes two focus groups and ten semi-structured interviews. … [Read more...] about Improving local health through community health workers in Cambodia: challenges and solutions
Book: Healthy Lives for Vulnerable Women and Children: Applying Health Systems Research
Tremendous challenges remain to ensure that the most vulnerable populations, including women, children, and adolescents, are able to enjoy the healthy lives and well-being promised in the Sustainable Development Goals. Much of their poor health is caused by poverty, gender, lack of education, and social marginalization as well as inaccessible healthcare services. Strong, … [Read more...] about Book: Healthy Lives for Vulnerable Women and Children: Applying Health Systems Research
