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A Novel Cascaded Approach for Classification of Tuberculosis Using Cough Audio in Real-Time Environment (2024)
This study explores using artificial intelligence to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) by analyzing cough sounds. The researchers developed a system that first distinguishes between coughs and background noise, then classifies the cough as either TB-related or not. They collected cough recordings from patients at a hospital in Lahore, Pakistan, and testedRead more…
Sustainable Financing For Kenyan Community Health Worker Programs (2024)
This study examines different ways to fund Kenya’s community health worker (CHW) program by analyzing seven case studies. These include traditional grants, loans, social enterprises, and public-private partnerships. The research shows that while public funding has supported disease-specific projects, relying too much on external funding can be risky for long-termRead more…
Strategies for effective and efficient delivery of primary health care by village health workers: A scoping review using the Rodgers’ Evolutionary Concept Analysis Framework (2024)
Village health workers (VHWs) in Zimbabwe play a vital role in primary healthcare but face challenges addressing new health issues. This study reviewed 52 articles and reports to identify ways to improve their effectiveness. Key factors include creating supportive work environments, involving communities, providing training, and ensuring supervision. With theseRead more…
Effectiveness of prenatal intervention on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia management in rural Bangladesh: Results from a cluster-randomized trial (2024)
A study in Bangladesh found that educating pregnant women at home about newborn jaundice, led by community health workers, significantly improved their knowledge and attitudes. After the intervention, awareness of jaundice signs and management rose from 33% to 71%. Mothers who gained more knowledge were five times more likely toRead more…
Health economic evaluation alongside randomised clinical trial of a health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal (2024)
Managing type 2 diabetes through community-based health behavior interventions in Nepal is cost-effective. This study compared a program led by community health workers with usual care for 6 months. The intervention, including training, phone support, and peer guidance, showed better health outcomes at a low cost. It provided good valueRead more…
The role of a structured community health worker network in achieving malaria elimination goals in the Dominican Republic: An impact evaluation amid COVID-19 disruptions (2024)
Community health workers (CHWs) in the Dominican Republic played a key role in reducing malaria cases in urban areas of Greater Santo Domingo. From 2019 to 2022, malaria cases dropped from 1,243 to just 6. CHWs identified and treated cases faster than health facilities, with most cases found through proactiveRead more…
Changing power narratives: an exemplar case study on the professionalisation of community health workers in Liberia (2024)
Community health workers (CHWs) are vital for health equity, yet most are unpaid and unrecognized as part of the health workforce. This study examines Liberia’s success in creating a nationwide policy to professionalize and pay CHWs. Liberia overcame resistance from funders by showing strong political commitment, uniting government departments, andRead more…
Community-based epilepsy care in an onchocerciasis-endemic area: A 3-year cohort study in Mahenge, Tanzania (2024)
In Mahenge, Tanzania, a community-based epilepsy care program helped reduce seizures and improve medication adherence among people with epilepsy in a region affected by onchocerciasis. Community health workers screened for epilepsy, distributed antiseizure medications (ASMs), promoted ivermectin use for onchocerciasis, and monitored progress monthly. The program significantly reduced seizures fromRead more…
The Power of Promotoras (2024)
Hispanics are the largest and fastest-growing population in the U.S., yet they face significant health inequities due to social challenges like limited healthcare access. Community health workers (CHWs), or promotoras in Hispanic communities, play a vital role in improving health outcomes by offering support, education, and care coordination. They haveRead more…
A multi-phase structured cascade model for mass training of community healthcare workers in performing clinical breast exams in remote regions (2024)
A pilot training program in Pakistan used a cascade model to teach outreach healthcare workers (HCWs) in remote areas how to perform clinical breast exams (CBEs). Six HCWs were trained by breast surgeons, who then trained 15 more HCWs. The program significantly improved HCWs’ confidence and skills, with gains sustainedRead more…
Factors Associated With Digital Capacity for Health Promotion Among Primary Care Workers: Cross-Sectional Survey Study (2024)
This study examined the digital skills of 1199 community health workers in Shanghai for promoting health using digital media. On average, their digital capacity scored 16.71 out of 25. Factors like higher education, trust in digital media, positive attitudes, and prior experience improved skills, while senior job titles were linkedRead more…
Leveraging Women’s Groups: Evidence on Pro-equity Interventions to Improve Immunization Coverage for Zero-dose Children and Missed Communities (2024)
This brief highlights the potential of women’s groups as a strategy to improve child health, particularly in reaching underserved communities and zero-dose children (those who haven’t received any vaccines). Based on a review of studies from 2010 to 2022, supported by FHI 360 and Gavi, it found that women’s groups—community-basedRead more…
Determinants of traditional birth attendant utilisation among reproductive age women in Ethiopia: a multilevel analysis of the 2019 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey (2024)
This study in Ethiopia aimed to understand the factors influencing the use of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) among women of reproductive age. It found that 29.76% of mothers used TBAs for delivery. Key factors included lower education levels, fewer antenatal care visits, higher poverty, and living in remote regions. TheRead more…
Community Health Workers: Catalysts for a Reimagined Health System (2024)
The Common Health Challenge is an annual event where members and partners come together to focus on improving the health system. The 2024 Challenge highlights the role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in connecting healthcare, public health, and community organizations. By integrating CHWs, we can make progress in health equity,Read more…
Libye Community Health Country Brief (2024)
Libya, with a population of 6.47 million, is facing political instability and is in a transition phase with a provisional government. The country’s healthcare system is centralized, though efforts are underway to decentralize services across 101 municipalities. Since conflicts in 2011 and 2014, Libya’s healthcare system has become fragmented, withRead more…
Jordan Community Health Country Brief (2024)
Jordan, located in the Middle East with a population of about 11.5 million, has maintained stability and growth despite regional challenges. The country has a strong healthcare system, with services provided by the Ministry of Health, Royal Medical Services, university hospitals, and the private sector. Healthcare for Palestinian refugees isRead more…
Sudan Community Health Country Brief (2024)
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 isRead more…
North West Syria Community Health Brief (2024)
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 limitedRead more…
Morocco Community Health Country Brief (2024)
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 2019Read more…
Knowledge and Practice of Safe Delivery among Community Health Practitioners in Bayelsa Central Senatorial District, Nigeria (2024)
Community health practitioners are key to providing safe delivery and maternal care in Bayelsa, Nigeria. A study of 210 workers found that 95% had strong knowledge of safe delivery practices, with 91% effectively applying them. Over 75% had successfully assisted deliveries. The study highlights the need for ongoing training toRead more…
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