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This initiative aimed to improve UTI care access for women in underserved Indian communities by leveraging ASHAs.

P-210. ASHAs as Agents of Change: Tackling the Burden of UTIs and Fostering Antibiotic Stewardship in Underserved Communities of India

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Intervention improved access to treatment for urinary tract infections in women, highlighting stigma and the role of community health workers.

This initiative aimed to improve UTI care access for women in underserved Indian communities by leveraging ASHAs.
Conducted educational sessions at Anganwadi centres for women on UTIs and treatment adherence.
Trained ASHAs on antimicrobial stewardship and active surveillance of UTI symptoms.
ASHAs assisted in collecting urine samples and accompanying women to primary health centres for treatment.
54 women with urinary symptoms were identified through ASHA outreach.
9 out of 23 analyzed samples grew bacteria, leading to appropriate treatment.
Empowered ASHAs fostered trust and encouraged women to report symptoms.

Sudarshan et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Intervention improved access to treatment for urinary tract infections in women, highlighting stigma and the role of community health workers.