List of responsibilities that CHWs can have
An at-a-glance list of responsibilities that CHWs may perform.
Providing assistance during childbirth
Providing family planning services
Providing special care for low birth weight babies
Providing cognitive-behavioral therapy
Referring urgent-need cases on to healthcare providers
Providing first aid
Identifying specific diseases, like COVID-19 or tuberculosis
Identifying common mental health issues, like depression or anxiety
Giving nutrition consultations
Administering vaccinations
Take a look at this paper if you’re interested in finding out more about the range of responsibilities CHWs can take on.
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