Abstract
Exploring Knowledge and Attitudes toward Non-Communicable Diseases among Village Health Teams in Eastern Uganda: A Cross-sectional Mixed Methods Study
Highlights
Lack of proper sanitation, hygiene, and access to safe drinking water affects the health of a community and subsequently impacts its potential for development
This study analyzed the efficacy of the program in the Mampatim Area Development Program (ADP) in southern Senegal through 53 questionnaires administered as part of home visits and inspections of existing wells and latrines in six villages
In Uganda, they are organized into Village Health Teams (VHTs) and are focused on infectious diseases and maternal-child health; their skills could potentially be utilized in national efforts to reduce the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)
Summary
Twelve themes were generated for community and academic outcomes. CAPs improved community health outcomes and provided greater access to care. They expanded local health outreach and enhanced quality of care. Students developed an awareness of population needs, and an appreciation for interprofessional collaboration. Students felt they made a difference, they learned experientially, and expressed satisfaction with their community placement. Interpretation: Few studies have formally examined the impact of CAPs on community and academic stakeholders. CAPs may have numerous positive outcomes; an evaluation tool needs to be developed, and further research done to formally evaluate CAPs and validate the themes identified in the study.
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