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-term … [Read more...] about Sustainable Financing For Kenyan Community Health Worker Programs
Strategies for effective and efficient delivery of primary health care by village health workers: A scoping review using the Rodgers’ Evolutionary Concept Analysis Framework
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 these strategies, VHWs … [Read more...] about Strategies for effective and efficient delivery of primary health care by village health workers: A scoping review using the Rodgers’ Evolutionary Concept Analysis Framework
Effectiveness of prenatal intervention on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia management in rural Bangladesh: Results from a cluster-randomized trial
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 to have a positive attitude toward managing … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of prenatal intervention on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia management in rural Bangladesh: Results from a cluster-randomized trial
Health economic evaluation alongside randomised clinical trial of a health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal
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 value for money and had an 89.6% chance of … [Read more...] about Health economic evaluation alongside randomised clinical trial of a health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal
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
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 proactive household visits. Although COVID-19 disrupted their work, the network … [Read more...] about 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
