Community health workers' involvement in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in Wakiso District, Uganda.

David MusokeEdwinah AtusingwizeDeborah IkhileSarah NalinyaCharles SsemugaboGrace Biyinzika LubegaDamilola OmodaraRawlance NdejjoLinda Gibson

Published in: Globalization and health (2021)

Despite CHWs having some knowledge on NCDs and their risk factors, their involvement in the prevention and control of the diseases was low. Through enhanced training and community engagement, CHWs can contribute to the prevention and control of NCDs, including health education and community mobilisation.

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