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The study aims to investigate the effectiveness of community health worker programmes in preventing maternal mortality in Nigeria.

March 7, 2026Open Access

Understanding Community Health Worker Programmes in Maternal Mortality Prevention: A Mixed Methods Study in Nigerias Northern Region Context

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Mixed methods study reveals effective community engagement reduces maternal mortality in Nigeria.

The study aims to investigate the effectiveness of community health worker programmes in preventing maternal mortality in Nigeria.
Conducted a mixed methods study combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews
Collected data from healthcare facilities and community members
Analyzed the impact of community involvement on maternal mortality rates
Community health worker programmes reduced maternal mortality cases by 30% where community involvement was high
Effective community engagement played a key role in the success of these programmes
Tailored programme designs were essential for maximizing impact in local contexts

Makwewe et al. (2008) studied this question.

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