African Macroeconomic Studies | 06 January 2010
Expanding Maternal Health Services through Community Health Workers in Mali's Central Indian River Delta: An Effectiveness Study
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Abstract
Maternal health services in Mali's Central Indian River Delta are underutilized, with significant disparities across communities. A mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews and quantitative data analysis was employed to assess CHW impact on maternal healthcare utilization and patient satisfaction levels. Community health workers significantly increased maternal healthcare utilization by 25% within six months, particularly among rural populations with limited access to formal healthcare facilities. CHWs demonstrated effective in bridging gaps in maternal care provision in the Central Indian River Delta of Mali. Expand CHW training programmes and integrate them into existing health infrastructure for broader coverage and sustainability.