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February 27, 2026Open Access

Implementation Evaluation of Community Health Workers in Rural Mozambique: Long-term Health Outcomes Among Vulnerable Populations

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MMMwangi MabundaPedagogical UniversityCCChikobola ChivhavhaCatholic University of MozambiqueHHHove HamubaneInstituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária e Veterinária

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Implication

Mixed-methods evaluation shows improved child immunization rates in rural populations, suggesting support for ongoing CHW programs.

Key Points

  • This research aims to evaluate the long-term health outcomes of community health worker (CHW) programs in rural Mozambique.
  • Mixed-methods approach combining quantitative data from health records and qualitative interviews.
  • Analysis of vaccination coverage among children under five years old before and after CHW interventions.
  • Interviews conducted with community members to gather qualitative insights.
  • Vaccination coverage among children under five years old increased by 30% after CHW intervention.
  • CHW programs demonstrated significant improvements in child immunization rates.
  • Findings support the need for sustainable funding and capacity-building for CHW initiatives to enhance impact.

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Mabunda et al. (2003) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a135b0ed1d949a99abfce9https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18776188
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