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Community Health Worker Training Programs: Impact on Health Literacy in Juba County

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| Published January 29, 2026

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of structured training programs for Community Health Workers (CHWs) in improving health literacy among populations in Juba County. Through a longitudinal study spanning two years, we assessed knowledge retention, behavioral changes, and health outcomes in communities served by trained CHWs. The findings demonstrate significant improvements in health awareness and preventive health practices.

Methodology

A longitudinal cohort study was conducted with 120 CHWs who received standardized training between 2022-2024. We administered pre- and post-training assessments, followed by quarterly knowledge evaluations. Community health outcomes were measured through household surveys covering 2,400 families over the study period.

Key Findings

Trained CHWs demonstrated 78% knowledge retention at 12 months post-training. Communities served by trained CHWs showed: 56% increase in immunization coverage, 43% improvement in maternal health knowledge, 38% increase in early healthcare-seeking behavior, and 29% reduction in preventable disease incidence. The study supports scaling CHW training programs nationally.

References

1. Lehmann et al. (2023). Community Health Workers in Humanitarian Settings. BMJ Global Health, 8(1), e009876. 2. WHO (2022). Community Health Worker Programs: Global Evidence Report. 3. South Sudan Health Cluster (2023). CHW Integration Guidelines.

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