20/09/2023Capacity statementIntegrated community case managementWith vast experience in supporting iCCM initiatives across Africa and Asia, Malaria Consortium offers technical assistance to ministries of health to implement and improve their iCCM programmes.20/09/2023
With vast experience in supporting iCCM initiatives across Africa and Asia, Malaria Consortium offers technical assistance to ministries of health to implement and improve their iCCM programmes.
25/08/2023Capacity statementLe développement des capacitésLe développement des capacités est un processus collaboratif sur mesure qui renforce la capacité des personnes et des organisations à contribuer à l’amélioration des performances des systèmes de santé.25/08/2023
Le développement des capacités est un processus collaboratif sur mesure qui renforce la capacité des personnes et des organisations à contribuer à l’amélioration des performances des systèmes de santé.
21/08/2023Capacity statementCouverture sanitaire universelleLa couverture sanitaire universelle est essentielle pour la conception et la mise en oeuvre de nos programmes.21/08/2023
La couverture sanitaire universelle est essentielle pour la conception et la mise en oeuvre de nos programmes.
14/07/2023Capacity statementMalaria Consortium EthiopiaIn Ethiopia, we are providing technical assistance to the Ministry of Health to develop and strengthen evidence-based strategies for child survival.14/07/2023
In Ethiopia, we are providing technical assistance to the Ministry of Health to develop and strengthen evidence-based strategies for child survival.
27/06/2023InfographicMilestones towards a malaria-free UgandaThe Supporting Uganda’s Malaria Reduction and Elimination Strategy project sets up integrated community case management to treat common childhood diseases.27/06/2023
The Supporting Uganda’s Malaria Reduction and Elimination Strategy project sets up integrated community case management to treat common childhood diseases.
05/06/2023Capacity statementDesenvolvimento de capacidadesA capacitação é um processo colaborativo que reforça a capacidade dos indivíduos e das organizações de melhorar o desempenho dos sistemas de saúde.05/06/2023
A capacitação é um processo colaborativo que reforça a capacidade dos indivíduos e das organizações de melhorar o desempenho dos sistemas de saúde.
26/05/2023Capacity statementCobertura universal dos cuidados de saúdeA cobertura universal de saúde é fundamental para a conceção e implementação dos nossos programas.26/05/2023
A cobertura universal de saúde é fundamental para a conceção e implementação dos nossos programas.
25/04/2023Advocacy briefAchieving malaria elimination through public-private-philanthropic partnershipsThe private sector, which includes both private for-profit and private non-profit organisations, plays a critical role in Nigeria’s efforts to tackle malaria. 25/04/2023
The private sector, which includes both private for-profit and private non-profit organisations, plays a critical role in Nigeria’s efforts to tackle malaria.
27/03/2023Project briefScaling up the Boma Health Initiative in South SudanWe are expanding community health services across two counties in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state to prevent and treat common health conditions.27/03/2023
We are expanding community health services across two counties in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state to prevent and treat common health conditions.
20/03/2023Project briefImplementing a subnational COVID-19 vaccination campaign in South SudanWe are conducting a seven-day vaccination campaign in Aweil South to promote vaccination efforts and encourage community uptake. 20/03/2023
We are conducting a seven-day vaccination campaign in Aweil South to promote vaccination efforts and encourage community uptake.
30/01/2023Project briefHappy Feet: Community-based podoconiosis prevention and control in EthiopiaThe Happy Feet project aims to accelerate control of podoconiosis by creating access to better quality healthcare services. 30/01/2023
The Happy Feet project aims to accelerate control of podoconiosis by creating access to better quality healthcare services.
12/12/2022Capacity statementUniversal health coverageUniversal health coverage is fundamental to the design and implementation of our programmes.12/12/2022
Universal health coverage is fundamental to the design and implementation of our programmes.
12/12/2022PresentationImpact of the digitised Community Health Toolkit on child health outcomes in rural UgandaThe digitised CHT intervention in Buikwe district was instrumental in enabling the availability of services for children under five in the community. 12/12/2022
The digitised CHT intervention in Buikwe district was instrumental in enabling the availability of services for children under five in the community.
03/11/2022PresentationStrengthening the pneumonia response in Ethiopia and ChadIn partnership with the Ministry of Health, we supported the development of an integrated management of newborn and childhood illnesses action plan.03/11/2022
In partnership with the Ministry of Health, we supported the development of an integrated management of newborn and childhood illnesses action plan.
05/08/2022Project briefRenforcement de la réponse à la pneumonie au Tchad: Élaboration d’une stratégie de lutte contre la pneumonieCe projet vise à améliorer la gestion des cas de pneumonie au Tchad en comprenant les méthodes actuel utilisé pour gérer pneumonie à différents niveaux du système de santé.05/08/2022
Ce projet vise à améliorer la gestion des cas de pneumonie au Tchad en comprenant les méthodes actuel utilisé pour gérer pneumonie à différents niveaux du système de santé.
13/07/2022Project briefHealth Pooled Fund lll: Provision of essential healthcare services in South SudanWith this project, we aim to reduce morbidity and mortality through increased access to integrated maternal, newborn and child health services.13/07/2022
With this project, we aim to reduce morbidity and mortality through increased access to integrated maternal, newborn and child health services.
01/07/2022Journal articleDigital molecular diagnostics for infectious diseases in sub-Saharan AfricaThe Digital Diagnostics for Africa Network have identified new technologies with the potential to bring the laboratory to the patient, wherever they may be.01/07/2022
The Digital Diagnostics for Africa Network have identified new technologies with the potential to bring the laboratory to the patient, wherever they may be.
17/06/2022Project briefStrengthening the pneumonia response in Chad: Developing a pneumonia control strategyWe aim to improve pneumonia case management in Chad through understanding the methods used to manage cases at different levels of the health system. 17/06/2022
We aim to improve pneumonia case management in Chad through understanding the methods used to manage cases at different levels of the health system.
23/05/2022Capacity statementMalaria Consortium AsiaIn Asia, we provide technical assistance and consulting services that shape and strengthen national and international health policies and develop local capacity.23/05/2022
In Asia, we provide technical assistance and consulting services that shape and strengthen national and international health policies and develop local capacity.
30/03/2022Capacity statementCapacity development Capacity development is a collaborative process that strengthens the ability of individuals and organisations to improve performance of health systems. 30/03/2022
Capacity development is a collaborative process that strengthens the ability of individuals and organisations to improve performance of health systems.
26/03/2022Project briefOptimising a digitised community health toolkit in Buikwe, UgandaDigital health can bring quality health services to hard-to-reach areas and facilitate real-time access to health information and data for informed decision-making.26/03/2022
Digital health can bring quality health services to hard-to-reach areas and facilitate real-time access to health information and data for informed decision-making.
11/03/2022Project briefBuilding resilient communities in South SudanWe are targeting a combined 32,889 people in flood-affected areas of Aweil South county to close the gap in access to health facilities.11/03/2022
We are targeting a combined 32,889 people in flood-affected areas of Aweil South county to close the gap in access to health facilities.
08/02/2022Annual reviewMalaria Consortium Strategy 2021–2025 (in Khmer)We adapt to local circumstances and bring a constant desire to research, improve, adapt and refine, accepting that no one has a monopoly on good ideas. 08/02/2022
We adapt to local circumstances and bring a constant desire to research, improve, adapt and refine, accepting that no one has a monopoly on good ideas.
03/02/2022Capacity statementMalaria Consortium UgandaIn Uganda, we demonstrate pioneering work in integrated community case management, social behaviour change and community engagement. 03/02/2022
In Uganda, we demonstrate pioneering work in integrated community case management, social behaviour change and community engagement.
25/01/2022Learning briefEdutainment as a vehicle for malaria-related behavior change: Lessons learnt from UgandaThis malaria-related social behavior change intervention project in Uganda successfully applies strategies that focus on gender norms and perceptions. 25/01/2022
This malaria-related social behavior change intervention project in Uganda successfully applies strategies that focus on gender norms and perceptions.
22/11/2021Annual reviewEstratégia do Malaria Consortium 2021–2025Sabemos que é impossível aplicar umaabordagem única e adaptamo-nos às circunstâncias locais. Temos uma vontade permanente de investigar, melhorar, adaptar e aperfeiçoar.22/11/2021
Sabemos que é impossível aplicar umaabordagem única e adaptamo-nos às circunstâncias locais. Temos uma vontade permanente de investigar, melhorar, adaptar e aperfeiçoar.
22/11/2021Annual reviewStratégie de Malaria Consortium 2021–2025Nous nous adaptons aux circonstances locales et nous sommes animés d’un désir constant de recherche, d’amélioration et d’adaptation.22/11/2021
Nous nous adaptons aux circonstances locales et nous sommes animés d’un désir constant de recherche, d’amélioration et d’adaptation.
20/11/2021PresentationImproving quality and use of malaria surveillance dataSystematic assessments identified a need for an integrated malaria surveillance system in Mozambique. 20/11/2021
Systematic assessments identified a need for an integrated malaria surveillance system in Mozambique.
09/11/2021Annual reviewMalaria Consortium Strategy 2021–2025We adapt to local circumstances and bring a constant desire to research, improve, adapt and refine, accepting that no one has a monopoly on good ideas. 09/11/2021
We adapt to local circumstances and bring a constant desire to research, improve, adapt and refine, accepting that no one has a monopoly on good ideas.
15/10/2021Project briefImproving access to malaria case management for conflict-affected populations in CameroonTo improve the quality of malaria diagnosis and treatment that community health workers provide, we will focus on an intervention to enhance healthcare-seeking behaviour. 15/10/2021
To improve the quality of malaria diagnosis and treatment that community health workers provide, we will focus on an intervention to enhance healthcare-seeking behaviour.
27/09/2021Capacity statementMalaria Consortium MoçambiqueEstamos empenhados em reduzir os casos de malária e outras doenças transmissíveis em Moçambique.27/09/2021
Estamos empenhados em reduzir os casos de malária e outras doenças transmissíveis em Moçambique.
24/09/2021Capacity statementMalaria Consortium CambodiaMalaria Consortium has established itself as a leading technical research and implementing organisation in Cambodia, with a presence in the country since 2003. 24/09/2021
Malaria Consortium has established itself as a leading technical research and implementing organisation in Cambodia, with a presence in the country since 2003.
31/08/2021Project reportSuNMaP 2’s approach to domestic resource mobilisationThe SuNMaP 2 programme strengthened efforts to mobilise sustainable domestic resources for malaria interventions in Nigeria. 31/08/2021
The SuNMaP 2 programme strengthened efforts to mobilise sustainable domestic resources for malaria interventions in Nigeria.
17/08/2021PresentationMAPD cross-cutting strategies This presentation outlines cross-cutting issues from the MAPD project in Uganda and highlights the successes from the project. 17/08/2021
This presentation outlines cross-cutting issues from the MAPD project in Uganda and highlights the successes from the project.
10/08/2021Project briefReducing the malaria burden in NigeriaWe support Nigeria’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to deliver interventions that are designed to develop capacity around reporting and case management.10/08/2021
We support Nigeria’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to deliver interventions that are designed to develop capacity around reporting and case management.
22/07/2021Journal articleThe role of adaptive surveillance as a core intervention to achieve malaria eliminationA strong surveillance system is critical to implementing an efficient and effective malaria programme to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination.22/07/2021
A strong surveillance system is critical to implementing an efficient and effective malaria programme to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination.
06/07/2021Capacity statementMalaria Consortium MozambiqueIn Mozambique, we support the government’s efforts to develop functional malaria surveillance systems.06/07/2021
In Mozambique, we support the government’s efforts to develop functional malaria surveillance systems.
01/07/2021Learning briefFacilitando uma planificação baseada em evidências em MoçambiquePara acelerar a eliminação da malária em Moçambique, um sistema de vigilância da malária funcional e responsivo é necessário.01/07/2021
Para acelerar a eliminação da malária em Moçambique, um sistema de vigilância da malária funcional e responsivo é necessário.
09/06/2021BrochureMalaria Consortium Burkina Faso We are carrying out SMC programmes across Burkina Faso and are exploring the potential of digital solutions to strengthen health systems in the country. 09/06/2021
We are carrying out SMC programmes across Burkina Faso and are exploring the potential of digital solutions to strengthen health systems in the country.
09/06/2021BrochureMalaria Consortium Burkina FasoNous menons des programmes de CPS à travers le Burkina Faso et explorons le potentiel des solutions numériques pour renforcer les systèmes de santé dans le pays.09/06/2021
Nous menons des programmes de CPS à travers le Burkina Faso et explorons le potentiel des solutions numériques pour renforcer les systèmes de santé dans le pays.
28/05/2021Capacity statementMalaria Consortium South SudanIn South Sudan, we collaborate with government and partners to support community-centred, evidence-based interventions that respond to changing conditions. 28/05/2021
In South Sudan, we collaborate with government and partners to support community-centred, evidence-based interventions that respond to changing conditions.
20/05/2021Learning briefFacilitating evidence-informed programming in MozambiqueWith our partners, we worked to develop and provide the needed intelligence to allocate resources and target interventions effectively.20/05/2021
With our partners, we worked to develop and provide the needed intelligence to allocate resources and target interventions effectively.
13/05/2021Journal articleNavigating the COVID-19 crisis to sustain community-based malaria interventions in CambodiaWe were able to provide continued support to mobile malaria workers and communities by conducting a COVID-19 rapid risk assessment and mitigation plan.13/05/2021
We were able to provide continued support to mobile malaria workers and communities by conducting a COVID-19 rapid risk assessment and mitigation plan.
27/04/2021Journal articleResidual malaria transmission in select countries of Asia-Pacific region: Old wine in a new barrelMalaria persists with a disproportionate impact in the Asia-Pacific region. This systematic review looks at when and where residual malaria transmission is occurring. 27/04/2021
Malaria persists with a disproportionate impact in the Asia-Pacific region. This systematic review looks at when and where residual malaria transmission is occurring.
19/01/2021Journal articleAssessment of COVID-19 information overload among the general publicThis assessment sought to measure the level of COVID-19 information overload and assess the sociodemographic characteristics among the public.19/01/2021
This assessment sought to measure the level of COVID-19 information overload and assess the sociodemographic characteristics among the public.
09/01/2021Journal articleNew assessment of Anopheles vector species identification using MALDI-TOF MSTo determine the body part of Anopheles mosquitoes best suited for the identification of field specimens, a mass spectral library was generated. 09/01/2021
To determine the body part of Anopheles mosquitoes best suited for the identification of field specimens, a mass spectral library was generated.
23/12/2020Capacity statementMalaria Consortium MyanmarIn Myanmar, we have forged strong relationships with in-country and regional partners and government bodies, and offer a wealth of technical expertise.23/12/2020
In Myanmar, we have forged strong relationships with in-country and regional partners and government bodies, and offer a wealth of technical expertise.
04/12/2020Capacity statementDigital health We believe digital health is key to achieving equitable access to quality case management and advancing health system effectiveness and efficiency.04/12/2020
We believe digital health is key to achieving equitable access to quality case management and advancing health system effectiveness and efficiency.
17/11/2020PosterHealth workers’ malaria case management practices in south-central Uganda, 2017–2019Capacity development interventions supported Ugandan health workers to improve their management of malaria, even during upsurges.17/11/2020
Capacity development interventions supported Ugandan health workers to improve their management of malaria, even during upsurges.
17/11/2020PosterQuality of care for children with malaria at private health facilities in Uganda: A cross-sectional studySub-optimal knowledge, practices and healthcare system support in private health facilities impact on the provision of quality malaria case management in Uganda.17/11/2020
Sub-optimal knowledge, practices and healthcare system support in private health facilities impact on the provision of quality malaria case management in Uganda.
17/11/2020PosterIdentifying Mozambican community health workers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices around COVID-19Successful adaptation of a Mozambican digital health platform provided real-time data that is informing community health workers’ COVID-19 practices.17/11/2020
Successful adaptation of a Mozambican digital health platform provided real-time data that is informing community health workers’ COVID-19 practices.
11/11/2020Project briefUsing artificial intelligence on mobile devices to determine respiratory rate (AIRR)This study seeks to assess the feasibility of using artificial intelligence on mobile devices to determine respiratory rate in under-fives in low- and middle-income countries.11/11/2020
This study seeks to assess the feasibility of using artificial intelligence on mobile devices to determine respiratory rate in under-fives in low- and middle-income countries.
03/11/2020Case studyTaking the fight against malaria from home to schoolAfter receiving training from key influencers trained by USAID’s MAPD, school teacher Twinomugisa Harriet ensures her year two pupils are free from malaria. 03/11/2020
After receiving training from key influencers trained by USAID’s MAPD, school teacher Twinomugisa Harriet ensures her year two pupils are free from malaria.
30/10/2020Project reportUSAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 4 reportDuring its fourth year, the project continued to conduct capacity building and health system strengthening despite the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. 30/10/2020
During its fourth year, the project continued to conduct capacity building and health system strengthening despite the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic.
15/09/2020Case studyTumuramye’s story about preventing malaria infection in his family USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda trained key influencers to use the ‘zooming in’ approach —
a data-driven surveillance approach.15/09/2020
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda trained key influencers to use the ‘zooming in’ approach —
a data-driven surveillance approach.
26/08/2020Capacity statementPaludisme : Surveillance et réponseCette déclaration de capacité détaille notre expertise substantielle en matière de surveillance et de riposte, en mettant en évidence des projets en Afrique et en Asie.26/08/2020
Cette déclaration de capacité détaille notre expertise substantielle en matière de surveillance et de riposte, en mettant en évidence des projets en Afrique et en Asie.
26/08/2020Capacity statementVigilância e resposta à maláriaEsta declaração de capacidade detalha nossa experiência substancial em vigilância e resposta à malária, destacando projetos na África e na Ásia.26/08/2020
Esta declaração de capacidade detalha nossa experiência substancial em vigilância e resposta à malária, destacando projetos na África e na Ásia.
29/07/2020Capacity statementMalaria surveillance and responseThis capacity statement details our substantial expertise in malaria surveillance and response, highlighting projects in Africa and Asia.29/07/2020
This capacity statement details our substantial expertise in malaria surveillance and response, highlighting projects in Africa and Asia.
23/07/2020Project briefSupporting frontline health workers in Uganda: Strengthening capacity during COVID-19 and beyondWith Mastercard Foundation, we are developing the capacity of frontline health workers to tackle COVID-19 while providing community case management services.23/07/2020
With Mastercard Foundation, we are developing the capacity of frontline health workers to tackle COVID-19 while providing community case management services.
26/05/2020Journal articleProtecting children in low-income and middle-income countries from COVID-19Drawing on our shared child pneumonia experience globally, we highlight the potential impacts of COVID-19 on children and propose a collective response.26/05/2020
Drawing on our shared child pneumonia experience globally, we highlight the potential impacts of COVID-19 on children and propose a collective response.
27/04/2020Project briefImproving neglected tropical disease (NTD) services and integrating into primary healthcareWith our project in Ethiopia, we seek to integrate prevention, diagnosis, management and reporting interventions of three NTDs into the healthcare system. 27/04/2020
With our project in Ethiopia, we seek to integrate prevention, diagnosis, management and reporting interventions of three NTDs into the healthcare system.
30/03/2020Journal articleAutomated respiratory rate counter to assess children for symptoms of pneumoniaThis is the first time the usability and acceptability of automated respiratory rate counters in low-resource settings have been evaluated.30/03/2020
This is the first time the usability and acceptability of automated respiratory rate counters in low-resource settings have been evaluated.
26/03/2020Position statementAntimicrobial resistance: A growing threat to global healthAntimicrobial resistance contributes to at least 700,000 deaths globally every year. Without urgent action, millions of lives are at risk and economies will suffer.26/03/2020
Antimicrobial resistance contributes to at least 700,000 deaths globally every year. Without urgent action, millions of lives are at risk and economies will suffer.
23/03/2020Case studyWorking with communities in Ethiopia to prevent the spread of malariaIn Ethiopia, health extension workers and the Health Development Army are working with communities to prevent malaria.23/03/2020
In Ethiopia, health extension workers and the Health Development Army are working with communities to prevent malaria.
05/03/2020Capacity statementInvestigaçãoA investigação é fundamental para tudo o que fazemos no Malria Consortium, esta declaração de capacidade descreve a nossa experiência em investigação. 05/03/2020
A investigação é fundamental para tudo o que fazemos no Malria Consortium, esta declaração de capacidade descreve a nossa experiência em investigação.
27/02/2020Learning briefTraining malaria volunteers to deliver integrated community case managementTo improve the health status of rural communities in Myanmar, we implemented an integrated community case management approach in Sagaing region.27/02/2020
To improve the health status of rural communities in Myanmar, we implemented an integrated community case management approach in Sagaing region.
11/02/2020Project briefScaling up for universal coverage and impact The Scaling Up for Universal Coverage and Impact project aims to reduce malaria morbidity and mortality by 80 percent by 2020 in South Sudan.11/02/2020
The Scaling Up for Universal Coverage and Impact project aims to reduce malaria morbidity and mortality by 80 percent by 2020 in South Sudan.
10/02/2020Capacity statementRechercheLa recherche est au cœur de tout ce que nous faisons au Malaria Consortium, cet énoncé de capacité décrit notre expertise en recherche.10/02/2020
La recherche est au cœur de tout ce que nous faisons au Malaria Consortium, cet énoncé de capacité décrit notre expertise en recherche.
07/02/2020Advocacy briefAntenatal care: A crucial tool in Ethiopia’s fight against malaria in pregnancyWe echo the World Health Organization’s 2019 call for greater support for those most vulnerable to malaria — pregnant women and children under five.07/02/2020
We echo the World Health Organization’s 2019 call for greater support for those most vulnerable to malaria — pregnant women and children under five.
20/12/2019Project briefCountering the spread of drug-resistant malaria in northern CambodiaStrengthened malaria case management is key to support elimination of Plasmodium falciparum and prevent further emergence of resistant mutations. 20/12/2019
Strengthened malaria case management is key to support elimination of Plasmodium falciparum and prevent further emergence of resistant mutations.
20/12/2019Project reportMAPD Malaria SBCC Dipstick Report 2019USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts assess the current knowledge, attitudes and practices of malaria prevention and control in five regions in Uganda.20/12/2019
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts assess the current knowledge, attitudes and practices of malaria prevention and control in five regions in Uganda.
27/11/2019Project briefupSCALE: Fortalecimento do sistema digital de saúdeTemos sido o principal parceiro de implementação de um sistema digital de informação de saúde comunitária em escala chamado upSCALE.27/11/2019
Temos sido o principal parceiro de implementação de um sistema digital de informação de saúde comunitária em escala chamado upSCALE.
22/11/2019PosterMalaria morbidity and mortality trends in central UgandaIn the last quarter of 2016, the MAPD project instituted several interventions to prevent and control malaria in nine high-burden districts in Uganda.22/11/2019
In the last quarter of 2016, the MAPD project instituted several interventions to prevent and control malaria in nine high-burden districts in Uganda.
15/11/2019PresentationAcute respiratory infection diagnostic aid: Learnings and next stepsThis presentation gives an overview of the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid project's objectives and results, and suggests next steps.15/11/2019
This presentation gives an overview of the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid project's objectives and results, and suggests next steps.
12/11/2019Project briefupSCALE: Strengthening mobile health in MozambiqueWe provided technical assistance to the Ministry of Health to improve disease surveillance and community-based maternal and child healthcare. 12/11/2019
We provided technical assistance to the Ministry of Health to improve disease surveillance and community-based maternal and child healthcare.
30/10/2019Project reportUSAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 3 reportDuring MAPD's third year, the project overcame a number of additional challenges including prolonged upsurges of malaria in some districts. Read the Year 3 report in full...30/10/2019
During MAPD's third year, the project overcame a number of additional challenges including prolonged upsurges of malaria in some districts. Read the Year 3 report in full...
24/10/2019Project briefExpanding integrated community case management for maternal and child survivalWe supported the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen referral systems for under-fives with danger signs, and to deliver integrated community-level services.24/10/2019
We supported the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen referral systems for under-fives with danger signs, and to deliver integrated community-level services.
10/09/2019Project briefBuilding capacity for malaria elimination in southern CambodiaThe RAI2E project will improve existing technical and programme management skills of health centre staff in southern Cambodia.10/09/2019
The RAI2E project will improve existing technical and programme management skills of health centre staff in southern Cambodia.
14/06/2019Case studyDr Khin Maung Than's storyAs a township medical officer, Dr Khin Maung Than oversees all health initiatives in Wuntho township in the Sagaing region of Myanmar.14/06/2019
As a township medical officer, Dr Khin Maung Than oversees all health initiatives in Wuntho township in the Sagaing region of Myanmar.
14/06/2019Case studyDaw Wint Wint Soe and Daw Mar Mar Aung's storyRead the testimonies of Daw Wint Wint Soe and Daw Mar Mar Aung, who are health assistants working in the Pinlebu township in Sagaing region, Myanmar.14/06/2019
Read the testimonies of Daw Wint Wint Soe and Daw Mar Mar Aung, who are health assistants working in the Pinlebu township in Sagaing region, Myanmar.
14/06/2019Case studyMoe Ma Ma Aye's storyMoe Ma Ma Aye is a malaria volunteer in Daj phan kon village in Kawlin township in northwest Myanmar’s Sagaing region, read her testimony. 14/06/2019
Moe Ma Ma Aye is a malaria volunteer in Daj phan kon village in Kawlin township in northwest Myanmar’s Sagaing region, read her testimony.
07/05/2019Capacity statementResearchResearch is central to everything we do at Malaria Consortium, this capacity statement outlines our research expertise. 07/05/2019
Research is central to everything we do at Malaria Consortium, this capacity statement outlines our research expertise.
25/04/2019Project briefExpanding rural communities' access to health services in MyanmarThe project will strengthen the ability of basic health staff to provide necessary supervision, and address shortage of stocks for rapid diagnostic tests and medicines.25/04/2019
The project will strengthen the ability of basic health staff to provide necessary supervision, and address shortage of stocks for rapid diagnostic tests and medicines.
05/04/2019Research briefImproving access to treatment for severe acute malnutrition in NigeriaWith training and supportive supervision, low-literate community health workers were mostly able to identify and treat cases of acute malnutrition in under-fives.05/04/2019
With training and supportive supervision, low-literate community health workers were mostly able to identify and treat cases of acute malnutrition in under-fives.
30/03/2019Capacity statementMalaria Consortium's global capability statementOur global capability statement describes our approach and expertise, and details the way we work. 30/03/2019
Our global capability statement describes our approach and expertise, and details the way we work.
10/03/2019Journal articleDengue situation in Bangladesh: An epidemiological shift in terms of morbidity and mortalityIn this study, climatic changes and rapid unplanned urbanisation were strong predictors of an ecological imbalance that led to increased dengue cases.10/03/2019
In this study, climatic changes and rapid unplanned urbanisation were strong predictors of an ecological imbalance that led to increased dengue cases.
06/02/2019NewsletterOur February 2019 newsletterThis newsletter marks the launch of several new publications and the launch of a new video on the community dialogue approach.06/02/2019
This newsletter marks the launch of several new publications and the launch of a new video on the community dialogue approach.
04/02/2019Project briefSupporting government to control malaria in UgandaThe USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts aims to strengthen the government’s capacity to design, plan and monitor malaria control activities. 04/02/2019
The USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts aims to strengthen the government’s capacity to design, plan and monitor malaria control activities.
22/01/2019Project briefTransform: Primary Health Care In Ethiopia, through the Transform: Primary Health Care project, we supported government efforts to reduce preventable maternal and child deaths.22/01/2019
In Ethiopia, through the Transform: Primary Health Care project, we supported government efforts to reduce preventable maternal and child deaths.
21/01/2019Case studyChARM data collection: Aslefech Demeke's storyAslefech Demeke, from Shafina Health Post, took part in the Children's Automated Respiration Monitor study near her home. Read her story.21/01/2019
Aslefech Demeke, from Shafina Health Post, took part in the Children's Automated Respiration Monitor study near her home. Read her story.
12/12/2018Research briefStrengthening primary healthcare for neglected tropical diseases in EthiopiaNeglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect more than a billion people in tropical and subtropical conditions. NTDs are 20 diverse diseases of poverty and have historically received less global attention than…12/12/2018
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect more than a billion people in tropical and subtropical conditions. NTDs are 20 diverse diseases of poverty and have historically received less global attention than high-profile 'killer diseases' such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis or malaria. Nevertheless,…
29/11/2018Learning briefiCCM in Myanmar: Lessons from Sagaing regionFrom June 2016 to June 2017, Malaria Consortium implemented a pilot project that integrated and scaled up Myanmar's two community case management components to ensure the health system has the…29/11/2018
From June 2016 to June 2017, Malaria Consortium implemented a pilot project that integrated and scaled up Myanmar's two community case management components to ensure the health system has the capacity to respond to all major childhood illnesses.
Malaria volunteers were…
12/11/2018Journal articleComparative efficacy of artemether-lumefantrine and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine for the treatment of uncomplicated malaria in Ugandan childrenIn Uganda, artemether-lumefantrine (AL) and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine (DHA-PQ) showed excellent treatment efficacy for uncomplicated malaria in prior trials. Because resistance to artemisinins and piperaquine is increasing in southeast Asia and the…12/11/2018
In Uganda, artemether-lumefantrine (AL) and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine (DHA-PQ) showed excellent treatment efficacy for uncomplicated malaria in prior trials. Because resistance to artemisinins and piperaquine is increasing in southeast Asia and the prevalence of Plasmodium falciparum polymorphisms associated with resistance has changed,…
06/11/2018Journal articleImmediate assessment of performance of medical laboratory scientists following a 10-day malaria microscopy training programme in Nigeria
Background
Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however…06/11/2018
Background
Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however results remain poor as positivity rate in Nigeria is consistently…
30/10/2018Project briefRISE for NutritionMalnutrition is a major public health concern in Nigeria and a contributing factor to nearly half of all child deaths in the country. The impact of malnutrition is exacerbated in…30/10/2018
Malnutrition is a major public health concern in Nigeria and a contributing factor to nearly half of all child deaths in the country. The impact of malnutrition is exacerbated in Niger state, the largest in the country, as much of…
30/10/2018Project reportUSAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 2 reportDuring its second year, the project contributed to reducing new malaria infections, increased access to treatment and reduced death. Read the Year 2 report in full...30/10/2018
During its second year, the project contributed to reducing new malaria infections, increased access to treatment and reduced death. Read the Year 2 report in full...
29/10/2018PosterCommunity engagement and mobilisation of local resources to support integrated community case management activities in Niger state, NigeriaDespite strong evidence that integrated community case management (iCCM) can reduce childhood illness related morbidity and mortality, the sustainability of iCCM projects remains a challenge. From 2014-2017, Malaria Consortium implemented…29/10/2018
Despite strong evidence that integrated community case management (iCCM) can reduce childhood illness related morbidity and mortality, the sustainability of iCCM projects remains a challenge. From 2014-2017, Malaria Consortium implemented the Rapid Access Expansion (RAcE) iCCM programme in Niger state…
29/10/2018PosterCan community health workers in Ethiopia correctly assess under-fives for symptoms of pneumonia using a new respiratory rate diagnostic aid?The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) acceptability study aims to understand if health extension workers in Ethiopia can correctly adhere to integrated community case management (iCCM) algorithms to assess…29/10/2018
The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) acceptability study aims to understand if health extension workers in Ethiopia can correctly adhere to integrated community case management (iCCM) algorithms to assess and classify children under five using a new automated respiratory…
29/10/2018PosterCommunity case management of chest indrawing pneumonia with oral amoxicillin in children in NigeriaCurrent recommendations advise community health workers to refer cases of chest indrawing pneumonia to health facilities for treatment, but many children die due to delays or non-compliance with referral advice.…29/10/2018
Current recommendations advise community health workers to refer cases of chest indrawing pneumonia to health facilities for treatment, but many children die due to delays or non-compliance with referral advice. In Nigeria, a one-arm safety study was completed in 2018…
15/10/2018Case studyWorking with religious leaders to drive positive behavior changeUSAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts works together with religious leaders to develop sermon guides about malaria and health, so these influential leaders can drive positive malaria change among their…15/10/2018
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts works together with religious leaders to develop sermon guides about malaria and health, so these influential leaders can drive positive malaria change among their followers – a novel approach in Uganda...
24/09/2018Insight briefMaternal and newborn care: Saving premature babies in UgandaAs part of the Integrated Community Case Management-Maternal and Child Survival (iCCM-MaCS) project, Malaria Consortium provided formal health facilities in Uganda with incubators and established the use of kangaroo mother…24/09/2018
As part of the Integrated Community Case Management-Maternal and Child Survival (iCCM-MaCS) project, Malaria Consortium provided formal health facilities in Uganda with incubators and established the use of kangaroo mother care — a World Health Organization-endorsed alternative to conventional neonatal…
24/09/2018Project briefStrengthening Uganda's response to malariaThe Strengthening Uganda’s Response to Malaria (SURMa) project aims to improve access to and uptake of high-quality malaria prevention and control services. Malaria Consortium, in partnership with Unicef, is supporting…24/09/2018
The Strengthening Uganda’s Response to Malaria (SURMa) project aims to improve access to and uptake of high-quality malaria prevention and control services. Malaria Consortium, in partnership with Unicef, is supporting the Ministry of Health to implement the project, funded by…
17/09/2018Journal articleManagement and Follow-up Practices of Children with Unclassified Fever in Rural Ethiopia: Experiences of Health Extension Workers and CaregiversDifferent health-care management guidelines by the World Health Organization exist to help health workers in resource-limited settings treat patients. However, for children with unclassified fever and no danger signs, management…17/09/2018
Different health-care management guidelines by the World Health Organization exist to help health workers in resource-limited settings treat patients. However, for children with unclassified fever and no danger signs, management guidelines are less clear and follow-up recommendations differ. Both a…
15/09/2018Case studySulphadoxine-pyrimethamine on essential drugs list for preventing malaria in pregnancyUSAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts influences the Government of Uganda, via the Ministry of Health, to take important steps in improving provision of SP (sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine) – an essential drug…15/09/2018
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts influences the Government of Uganda, via the Ministry of Health, to take important steps in improving provision of SP (sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine) – an essential drug needed for the prevention of malaria in pregnancy...
12/09/2018Case studyMalaria drops to no. 2 in terms of outpatient attendance in Masaka region, UgandaAll districts in Masaka region, central Uganda are, for the first time reporting that malaria has fallen to become the second highest contributor to its outpatient department health issues, rather…12/09/2018
All districts in Masaka region, central Uganda are, for the first time reporting that malaria has fallen to become the second highest contributor to its outpatient department health issues, rather than the highest...
05/09/2018Case studyMAPD supports improvement of malaria diagnostics capacity, outcomes and leadershipUSAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts has built the technical and leadership capacity of Uganda to ensure accurate and appropriate malaria diagnostics...05/09/2018
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts has built the technical and leadership capacity of Uganda to ensure accurate and appropriate malaria diagnostics...
14/06/2018Case studyPharaoh's story: Community health workers promote change through village health clubsPharaoh, Bukinda village’s integrated community case management (iCCM) health worker, is working with members of his community to find solutions to common health issues through the establishment of village health…14/06/2018
Pharaoh, Bukinda village’s integrated community case management (iCCM) health worker, is working with members of his community to find solutions to common health issues through the establishment of village health clubs. With his experience in iCCM, Pharaoh symbolises good health…
14/06/2018Case studyImproved management and prevention of malaria in pregnancyEffective management of malaria in pregnancy (MiP) requires key antimalarial commodities to always be available at health facilities. To improve the management and prevention of MiP, USAID’s Malaria Action Program…14/06/2018
Effective management of malaria in pregnancy (MiP) requires key antimalarial commodities to always be available at health facilities. To improve the management and prevention of MiP, USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) project worked at district and national levels…
03/05/2018Project briefIntegrated community case management in South SudanThis project aims to improve access to basic health care for children suffering from malaria, diarrhoea, pneumonia and severe acute malnutrition in South Sudan, contributing to a reduction in under…03/05/2018
This project aims to improve access to basic health care for children suffering from malaria, diarrhoea, pneumonia and severe acute malnutrition in South Sudan, contributing to a reduction in under five child mortality in the country.
02/05/2018Case studyStrengthening regional referral hospitals to provide evidence‐based technical support to district health servicesUSAID’s Malaria Action for Districts project has been working with the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen the capacity of regional referral hospitals, improve the quality of their services…02/05/2018
USAID’s Malaria Action for Districts project has been working with the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen the capacity of regional referral hospitals, improve the quality of their services and improve the provision of technical supervision to districts. As…
17/04/2018PresentationA qualitative assessment of community health committees' participation, with and without community dialoguesIn an effort to reduce child mortality, countries are increasingly adopting the integrated community case management (iCCM) strategy for childhood illnesses. For iCCM to be successful, community engagement is required.…17/04/2018
In an effort to reduce child mortality, countries are increasingly adopting the integrated community case management (iCCM) strategy for childhood illnesses. For iCCM to be successful, community engagement is required. This presentation assesses community health committees’ participation with and without…
07/02/2018Project reportMalaria prevention and control in Mozambique: Scaling up for universal access with community involvement (2011-2017)This project overview summarises the objectives, strategies and key achievements of the Malaria Prevention and Control Project in Mozambique. This project sought to further reduce the number of malaria cases…07/02/2018
This project overview summarises the objectives, strategies and key achievements of the Malaria Prevention and Control Project in Mozambique. This project sought to further reduce the number of malaria cases in the country through a range of interventions, including working…
07/02/2018Project reportPrevenção e controlo da malária em Moçambique: expansão para acesso universal com participação comunitária 2011-2017Este resumo do Projecto de Prevenção e Controlo da Malária em Moçambique apresenta os objectivos, estratégias e principais resultados obtidos. Este projecto visou contribuir para uma redução dos casos de…07/02/2018
Este resumo do Projecto de Prevenção e Controlo da Malária em Moçambique apresenta os objectivos, estratégias e principais resultados obtidos. Este projecto visou contribuir para uma redução dos casos de malária no país através de uma combinação de intervenções, que…
06/01/2018Journal articleImmediate assessment of performance of medical laboratory scientists following a 10-day malaria microscopy training programme in Nigeria
Background
Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however,…06/01/2018
Background
Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however, results remain poor as positivity rate in Nigeria is consistently…
07/12/2017NewsletterCatch up: Malaria Consortium at ASTMH 2017During the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine in Baltimore (USA) in 2017, our experts gave presentations on malaria surveillance, case management, pneumonia diagnostics and managing…07/12/2017
During the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine in Baltimore (USA) in 2017, our experts gave presentations on malaria surveillance, case management, pneumonia diagnostics and managing unclassified fever.
28/11/2017Journal articleIntegrated community case management in a peri-urban setting: A qualitative evaluation in Wakiso District, UgandaBackground
Integrated community case management (iCCM) strategies aim to reach poor communities by providing timely access to treatment for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea for children under 5 years of age.…28/11/2017
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Integrated community case management (iCCM) strategies aim to reach poor communities by providing timely access to treatment for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea for children under 5 years of age. Community health workers, known as Village Health Teams (VHTs) in…
17/11/2017Case studyImproving health workers’ adherence to test, treat and track proceduresObserving the test, treat and track policy requirements have been a challenge for health workers in overcrowded health facilities. A training that encouraged health workers to observe the standards of…17/11/2017
Observing the test, treat and track policy requirements have been a challenge for health workers in overcrowded health facilities. A training that encouraged health workers to observe the standards of managing malaria cases has resulted in...
03/11/2017PosterDetermining the capability of family planning workers to deliver malaria case management in communities in Bandarban, BangladeshThis poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses a pilot study implemented to determine if family planning health workers — when…03/11/2017
This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses a pilot study implemented to determine if family planning health workers — when adequately trained, supplied and supervised — could manage malaria cases…
30/10/2017Project reportUSAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 1 reportDuring MAPD's first year, the project rapidly completed its start-up activities and conducted capacity building, health system strengthening, and activity implementation in all districts. Read the Year 1 report in…30/10/2017
During MAPD's first year, the project rapidly completed its start-up activities and conducted capacity building, health system strengthening, and activity implementation in all districts. Read the Year 1 report in full...
17/10/2017Annual reviewTrustees' report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2017Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2017.17/10/2017
Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2017.
09/10/2017Journal articleNeglected tropical diseases: Exploring long-term practical approaches to achieve sustainable disease elimination and beyondThis paper identifies two major priorities in the fight against NTDs: strengthening the capacity of the primary health care health system in correctly diagnosing and managing such diseases, and establishing an effective…09/10/2017
This paper identifies two major priorities in the fight against NTDs: strengthening the capacity of the primary health care health system in correctly diagnosing and managing such diseases, and establishing an effective disease surveillance process.
29/09/2017Project briefStrengthening primary healthcare for neglected tropical diseases in EthiopiaThis pilot tests materials and processes designed to strengthen health workers' capacity to detect, manage and record neglected tropical diseases at the primary healthcare level in Ethiopia.29/09/2017
This pilot tests materials and processes designed to strengthen health workers' capacity to detect, manage and record neglected tropical diseases at the primary healthcare level in Ethiopia.
12/09/2017NewsletterProviding Ugandan community health workers with bicyclesVillage health team members from 43 communities in Iyolwa, a sub-county in eastern Uganda, received brand new bicycles this month thanks to our recent fundraising campaign. Malaria Consortium launched the…12/09/2017
Village health team members from 43 communities in Iyolwa, a sub-county in eastern Uganda, received brand new bicycles this month thanks to our recent fundraising campaign. Malaria Consortium launched the campaign earlier this year so they can reach more people…
08/08/2017NewsletterCommunity-based primary healthcare newsletterIt has been a busy time for Malaria Consortium's community-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) projects. Over the past few weeks, our experts hosted an end of project meeting for our integrated…08/08/2017
It has been a busy time for Malaria Consortium's community-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) projects. Over the past few weeks, our experts hosted an end of project meeting for our integrated community case management (iCCM) project in Myanmar, we launched our…
02/08/2017Advocacy reportCommunity-based primary healthcare: The key to unlocking health for allCommunity-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) delivers a range of health services to hard-to-reach and under-served communities. It can be the mechanism through which universal health coverage can be made a reality…02/08/2017
Community-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) delivers a range of health services to hard-to-reach and under-served communities. It can be the mechanism through which universal health coverage can be made a reality and Sustainable Development Goal three can be achieved. Through CBPHC,…
27/07/2017Project reportinFocus: Trans-border malaria programme CambodiaSince 2015, Malaria Consortium, Raks Thai Foundation and Population Services Khmer have been working together to strengthen early detection and treatment of malaria through surveillance in Thailand and Cambodia, with…27/07/2017
Since 2015, Malaria Consortium, Raks Thai Foundation and Population Services Khmer have been working together to strengthen early detection and treatment of malaria through surveillance in Thailand and Cambodia, with support from the Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis and…
12/07/2017Project briefupSCALE: A digital health platform for effective health systemsThis brochure outlines the upSCALE platform, a digital strategy created to strengthen health systems and community health delivery, currently being implemented in the Mozambique provinces of Inhambane, Cabo Delgado and…12/07/2017
This brochure outlines the upSCALE platform, a digital strategy created to strengthen health systems and community health delivery, currently being implemented in the Mozambique provinces of Inhambane, Cabo Delgado and soon in Zambezia. The platform collects real-time data entered by…
06/07/2017Journal articleMass drug administration in Central Equatoria, South Sudan: Results and suggestions for future distributionsBackground
South Sudan has rolled out a neglected tropical disease programme, which envisaged deworming campaigns in states endemic for soil transmitted helminth infections and schistosomiasis.
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In 2016, two deworming campaigns targeting school-age…06/07/2017
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South Sudan has rolled out a neglected tropical disease programme, which envisaged deworming campaigns in states endemic for soil transmitted helminth infections and schistosomiasis.
Methods
In 2016, two deworming campaigns targeting school-age children were performed in Central Equatoria. Distribution sites were set…
07/06/2017Journal articleCommunity dialogues for child health: Results from a qualitative process evaluation in three countriesBackground
Across the developing world, countries are increasingly adop ting the integrated community casemanagement of childhood illnesses (iCCM) strategy in efforts to reduce child mortality. This intervention’s effectivenessis dependent on community…07/06/2017
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Across the developing world, countries are increasingly adop ting the integrated community casemanagement of childhood illnesses (iCCM) strategy in efforts to reduce child mortality. This intervention’s effectivenessis dependent on community adop tion and changes in care-seeking practices. We assessed the…
15/05/2017Case studyMalaria attains a spot on district agendaUSAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts supported the Ministry of Health to organize a Grand Round meeting to sensitize district leaders on malaria control and highlight the need to allocate…15/05/2017
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts supported the Ministry of Health to organize a Grand Round meeting to sensitize district leaders on malaria control and highlight the need to allocate resources for malaria control in the Rwenzori region...
09/05/2017Journal articleChildhood pneumonia diagnostics: Community health workers’ and national stakeholders’ differing perspectives of new and existing aidsBackground
Pneumonia heavily contributes to global under-five mortality. Many countries use community case management to detect and treat childhood pneumonia. Community health workers (CHWs) have limited tools to help them assess…09/05/2017
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Pneumonia heavily contributes to global under-five mortality. Many countries use community case management to detect and treat childhood pneumonia. Community health workers (CHWs) have limited tools to help them assess signs of pneumonia. New respiratory rate (RR) counting devices and…
26/04/2017NewsletterWorld Malaria Day newsletterTuesday 25 April marked the 11th annual World Malaria Day. In support, Malaria Consortium ran a seven day campaign highlighting our achievements in the fight against malaria, the cost-effectiveness of…26/04/2017
Tuesday 25 April marked the 11th annual World Malaria Day. In support, Malaria Consortium ran a seven day campaign highlighting our achievements in the fight against malaria, the cost-effectiveness of our interventions and the huge impact reducing malaria has on…
12/04/2017NewsletterApril newsletterThis month marked World Health Worker Week and World Health Day. To commemorate these occasions, we reflected on community health workers and their role in extending healthcare to millions of…12/04/2017
This month marked World Health Worker Week and World Health Day. To commemorate these occasions, we reflected on community health workers and their role in extending healthcare to millions of people in rural communities around the world. Read more in…
29/03/2017Research briefStrengthening service delivery for malaria in pregnancy: A mobile health pilot intervention in West Nile, UgandaTo address key barriers to the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy (IPTp), Malaria Consortium developed a pilot intervention that trained health workers on malaria in pregnancy.…29/03/2017
To address key barriers to the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy (IPTp), Malaria Consortium developed a pilot intervention that trained health workers on malaria in pregnancy. Following the training, they received text messages reinforcing the training…
03/02/2017Annual reviewMalaria Consortium strategy 2015–2019To achieve our mission, Malaria Consortium will work with partners — including all levels of government — to improve the lives of all in Africa and Asia, especially the poorest…03/02/2017
To achieve our mission, Malaria Consortium will work with partners — including all levels of government — to improve the lives of all in Africa and Asia, especially the poorest and most marginalised. We will target key health burdens, including…
07/12/2016Training materialsDiagnose and treat febrile illnesses — malariaThis training course targets private sector sales representatives of malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) manufacturers, as well as registered mRDT providers. The modules cover how to provide quality diagnosis and…07/12/2016
This training course targets private sector sales representatives of malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) manufacturers, as well as registered mRDT providers. The modules cover how to provide quality diagnosis and fever case management using mRDTs. They also increase the capacity…
21/11/2016Learning paperImplementing mobile health solutionsMalaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been working to scale up quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda and Mozambique. This learning paper details the process…21/11/2016
Malaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been working to scale up quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda and Mozambique. This learning paper details the process of establishing mobile health interventions to improve community health workers’…
20/11/2016Annual reviewHighlights from the trustees report and financial statements 2015–2016During the first operating year of Malaria Consortium’s 2015–2019 strategy, we continued to deliver on our mission to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat…20/11/2016
During the first operating year of Malaria Consortium’s 2015–2019 strategy, we continued to deliver on our mission to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote child and maternal health. This review…
16/11/2016PresentationCommunity health worker rational use of antibiotics in iCCM, rural ZambiaThis presentation from the Health Systems Global conference in Vancouver shows how community-based health services, such as integrated community case management (iCCM), can increase access to effective healthcare. It looks…16/11/2016
This presentation from the Health Systems Global conference in Vancouver shows how community-based health services, such as integrated community case management (iCCM), can increase access to effective healthcare. It looks at the quality of pneumonia care in iCCM and the…
15/11/2016PresentationupSCALE: Mobile health system strengtheningThe upSCALE project will design and implement a mobile health system in Mozambique, using real-time data collected by community health workers in order to improve the management and delivery of…15/11/2016
The upSCALE project will design and implement a mobile health system in Mozambique, using real-time data collected by community health workers in order to improve the management and delivery of quality community health services.
14/11/2016PresentationProgress towards universal access to pneumonia treatmentThis presentation was given at the 2016 American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference. It analyses how early identification and treatment of pneumonia saves lives, as well as how…14/11/2016
This presentation was given at the 2016 American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference. It analyses how early identification and treatment of pneumonia saves lives, as well as how severe and mild cases of pneumonia can be better managed.
01/11/2016Technical briefNeglected tropical diseases: A holistic vision for disease eliminationNeglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect over 1.4 billion people worldwide and cause half a million deaths each year. They also cause chronic disability, stigma and ill health, disproportionally affecting poor…01/11/2016
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect over 1.4 billion people worldwide and cause half a million deaths each year. They also cause chronic disability, stigma and ill health, disproportionally affecting poor and marginalised people. Malaria Consortium aims to ensure access to…
25/10/2016Project briefCommunity case management of chest indrawing pneumonia in childrenThis project aims to determine the safety of community health worker management of chest indrawing pneumonia in African children.25/10/2016
This project aims to determine the safety of community health worker management of chest indrawing pneumonia in African children.
18/10/2016Journal articleHealth worker and policy-maker perspectives on use of intramuscular artesunate for pre-referral and definitive treatment of severe malaria at health posts in EthiopiaBackground
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends injectable artesunate given either intravenously or by the intramuscular route for definitive treatment for severe malaria and recommends a single intramuscular dose of…18/10/2016
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The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends injectable artesunate given either intravenously or by the intramuscular route for definitive treatment for severe malaria and recommends a single intramuscular dose of intramuscular artesunate or intramuscular artemether or intramuscular quinine, in that…
15/09/2016Journal articleThe use of formative research to inform the design of a seasonal malaria chemoprevention intervention in northern NigeriaBackground
Experience of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is growing in the Sahel sub-region of Africa, though there remains insufficient evidence to recommend a standard deployment strategy. In 2012, a project was…15/09/2016
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Experience of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is growing in the Sahel sub-region of Africa, though there remains insufficient evidence to recommend a standard deployment strategy. In 2012, a project was initiated in Katsina state, northern Nigeria, to design an appropriate…
01/09/2016Project briefupSCALE: fortalecimento do sistema mHealth para gestão de casos e vigilância de doençasEste projecto vai conceber e implementar o sistema mHealth em Moçambique, utilizando dados recolhidos em tempo real pelos profi ssionais de saúde da comunidade, de modo a melhorar a gestão…01/09/2016
Este projecto vai conceber e implementar o sistema mHealth em Moçambique, utilizando dados recolhidos em tempo real pelos profi ssionais de saúde da comunidade, de modo a melhorar a gestão e distribuição de serviços de saúde com qualidade e em…
31/08/2016Project briefupSCALE: mHealth system strengthening for case management and disease surveillanceThis brief describes the design and implemention of a mobile health (mHealth) system in Mozambique that uses real-time data collected by community health workers to improve the management and delivery…31/08/2016
This brief describes the design and implemention of a mobile health (mHealth) system in Mozambique that uses real-time data collected by community health workers to improve the management and delivery of quality health services.
27/08/2016Journal articleRational use of antibiotics by community health workers and caregivers for children with suspected pneumonia in Zambia: A cross-sectional mixed methods studyBackground
Antibiotic resistance is an issue of growing global concern. One key strategy to minimise further development of resistance is the rational use of antibiotics, by providers and patients alike. Through…27/08/2016
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Antibiotic resistance is an issue of growing global concern. One key strategy to minimise further development of resistance is the rational use of antibiotics, by providers and patients alike. Through integrated community case management (iCCM), children diagnosed with suspected pneumonia…
22/07/2016Learning briefEvaluating access and coverage of community-based management of acute malnutrition in South SudanThis learning brief describes how Malaria Consortium is facilitating community-based management of acute malnutrition in children 6–59 months through the integrated community case management structures in Aweil Centre and Aweil…22/07/2016
This learning brief describes how Malaria Consortium is facilitating community-based management of acute malnutrition in children 6–59 months through the integrated community case management structures in Aweil Centre and Aweil West.
15/06/2016Learning briefImproving severe malaria outcomes in NigeriaMalaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating…15/06/2016
Malaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating the global adoption of injectable artesunate. This learning brief outlines…
15/06/2016Case studySuccess stories on improving severe malaria outcomesMalaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating…15/06/2016
Malaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating the global adoption of injectable artesunate. This case study highlights…
24/05/2016NewsletterOur new malaria animationThe Sustainable Development Goals aim to reduce malaria cases and deaths by further 90 percent by 2030. To find out more about the progress made and the challenges that remain…24/05/2016
The Sustainable Development Goals aim to reduce malaria cases and deaths by further 90 percent by 2030. To find out more about the progress made and the challenges that remain to defeat one of the world's deadliest diseases, watch our…
18/04/2016Journal articleReactive case-detection of malaria in Pailin province, western Cambodia: Lessons from a year-long evaluation in a pre-elimination setting
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As momentum towards malaria elimination grows, strategies are being developed for scale-up in elimination settings. One prominent strategy, reactive case detection (RACD), involves screening and treating individuals living in close…18/04/2016
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As momentum towards malaria elimination grows, strategies are being developed for scale-up in elimination settings. One prominent strategy, reactive case detection (RACD), involves screening and treating individuals living in close proximity to passively detected, or “index” cases. This study aims…
31/03/2016Journal articleAssessing the quality of care for pneumonia in integrated community case management: A cross-sectional mixed methods studyBackground
Pneumonia is the leading infectious cause of mortality in children under five worldwide. Community-level interventions, such as integrated community case management, have great potential to reduce the burden of pneumonia,…31/03/2016
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Pneumonia is the leading infectious cause of mortality in children under five worldwide. Community-level interventions, such as integrated community case management, have great potential to reduce the burden of pneumonia, as well as other diseases, especially in remote populations. However,…
31/03/2016Journal articleHave you heard of schistosomiasis? Knowledge, attitudes and practices in Nampula province, MozambiqueBackground
Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease which affects almost 300 million people worldwide each year. It is highly endemic in Mozambique. Prevention and control of schistosomiasis relies mainly on mass drug…31/03/2016
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Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease which affects almost 300 million people worldwide each year. It is highly endemic in Mozambique. Prevention and control of schistosomiasis relies mainly on mass drug administration (MDA), as well as adoption of basic sanitation practices.…
01/03/2016Research briefScalable interventions to increase community health worker motivation and performance: Randomised controlled trials in Mozambique and UgandaWhen properly trained and equipped, community health workers (CHWs) in Africa have the potential to reduce child deaths from malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea by up to 60 percent through delivering…01/03/2016
When properly trained and equipped, community health workers (CHWs) in Africa have the potential to reduce child deaths from malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea by up to 60 percent through delivering integrated community case management (iCCM). The Innovations at Scale for…
16/02/2016Project reportMalaria control Nigeria: State fact sheetsThis is a collection of fact sheets on the ten Nigerian states in which the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) was implemented. Funded by UK aid, the project worked…16/02/2016
This is a collection of fact sheets on the ten Nigerian states in which the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) was implemented. Funded by UK aid, the project worked with the government and people of Nigeria to strengthen the…
16/02/2016Case studySupport to National Malaria Programme: Stories of successThe Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) project aimed to improve malaria outcomes and strengthen Nigeria’s health system, resulting in over 48,000 lives saved in 10 states. These stories capture…16/02/2016
The Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) project aimed to improve malaria outcomes and strengthen Nigeria’s health system, resulting in over 48,000 lives saved in 10 states. These stories capture the intervention’s effect on the lives of individual Nigerians across…
16/02/2016Project reportSupport to National Malaria Programme 2008–2016This report summarises the achievements of the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP), a UK aid-funded project working with the government and people of Nigeria to strengthen the national effort…16/02/2016
This report summarises the achievements of the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP), a UK aid-funded project working with the government and people of Nigeria to strengthen the national effort to control malaria. SuNMaP demonstrated that it is possible to…
16/02/2016Project reportWorking together to combat malaria: Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP)SuNMaP worked with the Nigerian government’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to harmonise donor efforts and funding agencies around national policies and plans for malaria control. Project targets were aligned with…16/02/2016
SuNMaP worked with the Nigerian government’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to harmonise donor efforts and funding agencies around national policies and plans for malaria control. Project targets were aligned with the National Malaria Strategic Plan and Global Malaria Action Plan.…
15/12/2015Annual reviewAnnual review: Highlights of the year 2014–2015In 2014–2015, we continued our work to reduce malaria deaths and incidence by helping governments tailor, innovate, adopt and apply interventions best suited to their needs. We also supported the…15/12/2015
In 2014–2015, we continued our work to reduce malaria deaths and incidence by helping governments tailor, innovate, adopt and apply interventions best suited to their needs. We also supported the delivery of integrated community case management programmes, extended our engagement…
01/12/2015PresentationCommunity-based systems for the detection, treatment and reporting of malaria cases in Myanmar: Landscaping exercise with implementing partner organisationsThis presentation was given at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and discusses current village health volunteer management and data reporting procedures across all malaria implementing partners in Myanmar.…01/12/2015
This presentation was given at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and discusses current village health volunteer management and data reporting procedures across all malaria implementing partners in Myanmar. It also provides recommendations to donors, the National Malaria Control…
23/11/2015Journal articleEarly identification and treatment of pneumonia: A call to actionThis call for action published by the Lancet Global Health on World Pneumonia Day 2015, calls for improved early identification and treatment of childhood pneumonia at community and outpatient level…23/11/2015
This call for action published by the Lancet Global Health on World Pneumonia Day 2015, calls for improved early identification and treatment of childhood pneumonia at community and outpatient level to reduce deaths.
Published in Lancet Global Health
30/10/2015Project briefIntegrated community case management in Kebbi and Niger statesThe integrated community case management project aims to provide malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia curative services for children under five by community health volunteers in the most marginalised and hard-to-reach communities.…30/10/2015
The integrated community case management project aims to provide malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia curative services for children under five by community health volunteers in the most marginalised and hard-to-reach communities.
28/10/2015Learning paperEstablishing Village Health Clubs to improve community health worker motivation and performanceMalaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been supporting the scale-up of quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda. This paper details the process of establishing village…28/10/2015
Malaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been supporting the scale-up of quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda. This paper details the process of establishing village health clubs to improve the motivation and performance of community…
28/10/2015PosterIntroduction of an innovative system to assist malaria rapid diagnostic testing and reporting in the private sector in Wakiso District, UgandaThis poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the methods and results of a project that aimed to assess the acceptability…28/10/2015
This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the methods and results of a project that aimed to assess the acceptability of the Fionet™ system among private healthcare providers in Uganda…
28/10/2015PosterNegative malaria test case management in the private retail outlets: Results from mystery patient surveys in Nigeria and UgandaThis poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of a study for which mystery patient surveys were conducted to…28/10/2015
This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of a study for which mystery patient surveys were conducted to understand provider’s case management following a negative test result.
27/10/2015PosterImproving outcomes of severe malaria management: The role of a community transport referral system in a rural district in eastern UgandaThis poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of cross sectional surveys exploring whether a transport referral system improved…27/10/2015
This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of cross sectional surveys exploring whether a transport referral system improved the management of severe malaria amongst children under five in…
25/08/2015Journal articleEvaluation of integrated community case management in eight districts of central UgandaObjective
Evidence is limited on whether Integrated Community Case Management (iCCM) improves treatment coverage of the top causes of childhood mortality (acute respiratory illnesses (ARI), diarrhoea and malaria). The coverage impact…25/08/2015
Objective
Evidence is limited on whether Integrated Community Case Management (iCCM) improves treatment coverage of the top causes of childhood mortality (acute respiratory illnesses (ARI), diarrhoea and malaria). The coverage impact of iCCM in Central Uganda was evaluated.
Methods
Between July 2010 and…
25/08/2015Journal articleHigh prevalence of antibiotic resistance in nasopharyngeal bacterial isolates from healthy children in rural Uganda: A cross-sectional studyBackground
In Uganda, the main causes of death in children under 5 years of age are malaria and pneumonia-often due to delayed diagnosis and treatment. In preparation for a community case…25/08/2015
Background
In Uganda, the main causes of death in children under 5 years of age are malaria and pneumonia-often due to delayed diagnosis and treatment. In preparation for a community case management intervention for pneumonia and malaria, the bacterial composition of…
01/07/2015Journal articlePotential roles of mhealth for community health workers: Formative research with end users in Uganda and MozambiqueBackground
Community health workers are reemerging as an essential component of health systems in low-income countries. However, there are concerns that unless they are adequately supported, their motivation and performance will…01/07/2015
Background
Community health workers are reemerging as an essential component of health systems in low-income countries. However, there are concerns that unless they are adequately supported, their motivation and performance will be suboptimal. mHealth presents an opportunity to improve support for…
22/05/2015Project briefIntegrated community-based interventions for malaria servicesThe Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services project aims to bridge the gaps in community-level health service delivery in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Region, Ethiopia. 22/05/2015
The Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services project aims to bridge the gaps in community-level health service delivery in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Region, Ethiopia.
22/05/2015Journal articleValuing the work of unpaid community health workers and exploring the incentives to volunteering in rural AfricaAbstract
Community health worker (CHW) programmes are currently being scaled-up in sub-Saharan Africa to improve access to healthcare. CHWs are often volunteers; from an economic perspective, this raises considerations whether reliance…22/05/2015
Abstract
Community health worker (CHW) programmes are currently being scaled-up in sub-Saharan Africa to improve access to healthcare. CHWs are often volunteers; from an economic perspective, this raises considerations whether reliance on an unpaid workforce is sustainable and how to appropriately…
30/04/2015Journal articleUsing theory and formative research to design interventions to improve community health worker motivation, retention and performance in Mozambique and UgandaBackground
Community health workers (CHWs) are increasingly being used in low-income countries to address human resources shortages, yet there remain few effective, evidence-based strategies for addressing the enduring programmatic constraints of…30/04/2015
Background
Community health workers (CHWs) are increasingly being used in low-income countries to address human resources shortages, yet there remain few effective, evidence-based strategies for addressing the enduring programmatic constraints of worker motivation, retention and performance. This paper describes how two…
17/04/2015Learning brief‘The health shop’: Applying integrated marketing communication to generate demand for malaria testing in the private and public sectorsThis brief presents lessons learnt when using an integrated marketing communication (IMC) approach to increase demand for and uptake of artemisinin-based combination therapies and malaria rapid diagnostic tests in Zambia.…17/04/2015
This brief presents lessons learnt when using an integrated marketing communication (IMC) approach to increase demand for and uptake of artemisinin-based combination therapies and malaria rapid diagnostic tests in Zambia. The project applied the ‘4Ps’ used in the private sector:…
11/11/2014Journal articleMulti–country analysis of routine data from integrated community case management (iCCM) programs in sub–Saharan Africa
Aim
To identify better performing iCCM programs in sub–Saharan Africa (SSA) and identify factors associated with better performance using routine data.
Methods
We examined 15 evaluations or studies of integrated community case management…11/11/2014
Aim
To identify better performing iCCM programs in sub–Saharan Africa (SSA) and identify factors associated with better performance using routine data.
Methods
We examined 15 evaluations or studies of integrated community case management (iCCM) programs in SSA conducted between 2008 and 2013 and…
10/11/2014Project briefA study of community management of pneumonia in ZambiaThis project aims to provide evidence on the rational use of antibiotics at the community health worker and caregiver levels. It also intends to give an indication of the extent…10/11/2014
This project aims to provide evidence on the rational use of antibiotics at the community health worker and caregiver levels. It also intends to give an indication of the extent to which integrated community case management contributes to pneumonia control.
09/11/2014Technical briefMobile health approaches to improve motivation and performance of community health workers in MozambiqueThis brief discusses the impact of the inSCALE APE CommCare mobile phone application on community health worker motivation, performance and retention, with the aim to increase the quality and coverage…09/11/2014
This brief discusses the impact of the inSCALE APE CommCare mobile phone application on community health worker motivation, performance and retention, with the aim to increase the quality and coverage of integrated community case management in Mozambique. The application walks…
14/10/2014Advocacy reportMalaria in 2014: An unprecedented opportunity at the dawn of a new eraPublished by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (APPMG), this report outlines the leading role the UK has played in achieving solid progress in the fight…14/10/2014
Published by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (APPMG), this report outlines the leading role the UK has played in achieving solid progress in the fight against malaria.
As final negotiations take place over a successor framework…
14/10/2014Journal articleRoutine monitoring systems for integrated community case management programs: Lessons from 18 countries in sub–Saharan AfricaAbstract
Integrated community case management (iCCM) programs are expanding rapidly in many low– and middle–income countries, particularly in sub–Saharan Africa. Conclusions from the recent review of iCCM programs in Africa emphasized…14/10/2014
Abstract
Integrated community case management (iCCM) programs are expanding rapidly in many low– and middle–income countries, particularly in sub–Saharan Africa. Conclusions from the recent review of iCCM programs in Africa emphasized the critical importance of using routine data to assess program…
10/10/2014Journal articleSetting global research priorities for integrated community case management (iCCM): Results from a CHNRI (Child Health and Nutrition Research Initiative) exerciseAims
To systematically identify global research gaps and resource priorities for integrated community case management (iCCM).
Methods
An iCCM Child Health and Nutrition Research Initiative (CHNRI) Advisory Group, in collaboration with the Community…10/10/2014
Aims
To systematically identify global research gaps and resource priorities for integrated community case management (iCCM).
Methods
An iCCM Child Health and Nutrition Research Initiative (CHNRI) Advisory Group, in collaboration with the Community Case Management Operational Research Group (CCM ORG) identified experts to…
02/10/2014PosterIntegrated community case management in practice: Lessons learnt from a participatory evaluation in three African countriesThis poster was presented at the Third Global Symposium on Health Systems Research in Cape Town and discusses various stakeholder perspectives on introducing large-scale integrated community case management programmes in…02/10/2014
This poster was presented at the Third Global Symposium on Health Systems Research in Cape Town and discusses various stakeholder perspectives on introducing large-scale integrated community case management programmes in South Sudan, Uganda and Zambia. The context-specific learnings from this…
26/09/2014Project reportPioneer project 2009–2014: A holistic systems strengthening approach towards malaria control in midwestern UgandaBetween 2009 and 2014, Malaria Consortium aimed to reduce the number of malaria cases and deaths in midwestern Uganda by supporting the Ministry of Health and national malaria programmes through…26/09/2014
Between 2009 and 2014, Malaria Consortium aimed to reduce the number of malaria cases and deaths in midwestern Uganda by supporting the Ministry of Health and national malaria programmes through the Pioneer project, funded by Comic Relief UK. This report…
18/09/2014InfographicFake Medicines and MalariaThis infographic by the Fight the Fakes campaign, of which Malaria Consortium is a member, describes the problem of counterfeit drugs in Asia and Africa.18/09/2014
This infographic by the Fight the Fakes campaign, of which Malaria Consortium is a member, describes the problem of counterfeit drugs in Asia and Africa.
22/08/2014Learning paperHarmonisation of malaria control in NigeriaSince 2008, the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) project has been strengthening the national effort to control malaria in Nigeria through harmonising efforts by local, national and international partners.…22/08/2014
Since 2008, the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) project has been strengthening the national effort to control malaria in Nigeria through harmonising efforts by local, national and international partners. This learning paper summarises the project’s challenges, as well as…
20/08/2014Project reportMaking connections: The Mbale malaria control project strengthens links between communities and health systems to reduce child deathsThis report showcases the impact of our Mbale malaria control project through the voices of implementers and beneficiaries. The project ran between 2011 and 2015, and aimed to contribute to…20/08/2014
This report showcases the impact of our Mbale malaria control project through the voices of implementers and beneficiaries. The project ran between 2011 and 2015, and aimed to contribute to the reduction of deaths in children due to malaria and…
21/07/2014PosterSupply + demand = access: A profile of assured artemisinin supply system and the ACT Forecasting ConsortiumThis poster was prepared by the Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance for the second Access to Quality Medicines and Other Technologies Task Force Meeting in June 2014 in Manila. The…21/07/2014
This poster was prepared by the Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance for the second Access to Quality Medicines and Other Technologies Task Force Meeting in June 2014 in Manila. The poster discusses the need to improve forecasting of the demand…
21/07/2014PresentationPneumonia Diagnostics project introduction for the Technical Consultation meetingThis presentation was prepared for the Pneumonia Diagnostics project Technical Consultation meeting in Geneva in June 2014. It highlights Malaria Consortium’s role in community case management and continued commitment through…21/07/2014
This presentation was prepared for the Pneumonia Diagnostics project Technical Consultation meeting in Geneva in June 2014. It highlights Malaria Consortium’s role in community case management and continued commitment through the Pneumonia Diagnostics project.
09/07/2014PosterRational use of antibiotics by community health workers and caregivers in ZambiaThis poster provides evidence on the rational use of antibiotics to treat pneumonia, with the aim to inform future implementation of integrated community case management and safeguard the effectiveness of…09/07/2014
This poster provides evidence on the rational use of antibiotics to treat pneumonia, with the aim to inform future implementation of integrated community case management and safeguard the effectiveness of current treatments.
26/06/2014Journal articleSupervising community health workers in low-income countries: A review of impact and implementation issuesFindings of this review suggest that high-quality supervision that focuses on supportive approaches, community monitoring, and/or quality assurance/problem -solving may be most effective for policy makers.26/06/2014
Findings of this review suggest that high-quality supervision that focuses on supportive approaches, community monitoring, and/or quality assurance/problem -solving may be most effective for policy makers.
01/05/2014Case studyDrug redistribution in UgandaThis case study describes the challenge of drug redistribution in Uganda, where many districts are facing the problem of drugs expiring on the shelves. Sharing their experiences are village health…01/05/2014
This case study describes the challenge of drug redistribution in Uganda, where many districts are facing the problem of drugs expiring on the shelves. Sharing their experiences are village health team members who are increasingly easing the patient load of…
02/04/2014Project briefFostering a culture of malaria control in UgandaThis project brief describes a Malaria Consortium project in Tororo district, Uganda, which aims to reduce malaria mortality and morbidity by fostering a culture of malaria control at community and…02/04/2014
This project brief describes a Malaria Consortium project in Tororo district, Uganda, which aims to reduce malaria mortality and morbidity by fostering a culture of malaria control at community and health facility levels.
31/03/2014Learning paperBuilding capacity for creating demand in support of malaria prevention and controlDemand creation is the strategic combination of advocacy, communication and mobilisation approaches that seek to achieve increased community awareness of, and demand for, effective malaria prevention and treatment services.
Malaria Consortium's…31/03/2014
Demand creation is the strategic combination of advocacy, communication and mobilisation approaches that seek to achieve increased community awareness of, and demand for, effective malaria prevention and treatment services.
Malaria Consortium's Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) demand creation strategy for…
28/02/2014Learning paperImplementing integrated community case management: stakeholder experiences and lessons learned in three African countriesMalaria Consortium’s involvement in iCCM has spanned inputs to facilitate policy development, project design, implementation from start-up phase; ongoing support to the public health system in continued implementation; the trial…28/02/2014
Malaria Consortium’s involvement in iCCM has spanned inputs to facilitate policy development, project design, implementation from start-up phase; ongoing support to the public health system in continued implementation; the trial of specific supportive interventions to boost effectiveness; monitoring and evaluation;…
28/02/2014Learning paperImplementação do manejo integrado de casos na comunidadeO envolvimento da Malaria Consortium no MICC incluiu contribuições facilitadoras do desenvolvimento de políticas, a concepção de projectos e sua implementação desde a fase inicial, o apoio constante ao sistema…28/02/2014
O envolvimento da Malaria Consortium no MICC incluiu contribuições facilitadoras do desenvolvimento de políticas, a concepção de projectos e sua implementação desde a fase inicial, o apoio constante ao sistema de saúde durante a implementação, a experimentação de intervenções específicas…
20/01/2014Project briefImproving severe malaria outcomesThis project brief describes a UNITAID-funded project that aims to reduce severe malaria case fatality rates through improved access to and use of injectable artesunate for the treatment of severe…20/01/2014
This project brief describes a UNITAID-funded project that aims to reduce severe malaria case fatality rates through improved access to and use of injectable artesunate for the treatment of severe malaria.
31/12/2013Technical briefReducing deaths from severe malariaThis Briefing Note describers a project by a consortium of partners, comprising Medicines for Malaria Venture, Clinton Health Access Initiatve and Malaria Consortium, to strengthen the market to accelerate access…31/12/2013
This Briefing Note describers a project by a consortium of partners, comprising Medicines for Malaria Venture, Clinton Health Access Initiatve and Malaria Consortium, to strengthen the market to accelerate access to and uptake of injectable artesunate. Funded by UNITAID for…
20/12/2013PresentationThe blended learning framework for behaviour changeCommunity health workers (CHWs) fill an important human resource gap and operate at scale to provide health education/promotion and deliver integrated community case management. This presentation describes the barriers to…20/12/2013
Community health workers (CHWs) fill an important human resource gap and operate at scale to provide health education/promotion and deliver integrated community case management. This presentation describes the barriers to sustained implementation at scale, and specifically using technology and community…
19/11/2013PosterEquity in uptake of diarrhoea and pneumonia treatment in a community case management program in UgandaThis poster is one of a series of presentations for the 62nd ASTMH Annual Meeting. It assesses if there were any changes in uptake of recommended first line treatment for…19/11/2013
This poster is one of a series of presentations for the 62nd ASTMH Annual Meeting. It assesses if there were any changes in uptake of recommended first line treatment for diarrhoea and pneumonia following the launch of an ICCM programme…
18/11/2013Project briefiCCM guidelines and implementation frameworkThis brief describes a project to support the development of a decision tree for use by the Nigerian government and implementation partners in the roll-out of integrated community case management…18/11/2013
This brief describes a project to support the development of a decision tree for use by the Nigerian government and implementation partners in the roll-out of integrated community case management for major childhood illnesses.
18/11/2013Project briefRapid Access Expansion 2015 (RAcE 2015)This brief descirbes the project RAcE 2015 which aims to improve access to and the quality of community-level management of childhood malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea in Niger state, Nigeria, building…18/11/2013
This brief descirbes the project RAcE 2015 which aims to improve access to and the quality of community-level management of childhood malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea in Niger state, Nigeria, building on existing community-based health interventions, such as integrated community case…
18/11/2013Learning paperIntegrating severe acute malnutrition into the management of childhood diseases at community level in South SudanSince December 2010, Malaria Consortium has been implementing an innovative approach to community management of severe acute malnutrition, together with an existing integrated community case management (ICCM) programme in South…18/11/2013
Since December 2010, Malaria Consortium has been implementing an innovative approach to community management of severe acute malnutrition, together with an existing integrated community case management (ICCM) programme in South Sudan. This learning paper considers Malaria Consortium’s experience of this…
11/11/2013PosterManaging acute febrile illness in the communityThis poster is one of a series of presentations for the 62nd ASTMH Annual Meeting. It compares the diagnoses and treatments prescribed to sick children under five years in three…11/11/2013
This poster is one of a series of presentations for the 62nd ASTMH Annual Meeting. It compares the diagnoses and treatments prescribed to sick children under five years in three settings – Midwest Uganda, Central Uganda and Luapula province in…
21/10/2013Training materialsMalaria control in humanitarian emergencies – an inter-agency field handbookThe interagency field handbook was developed to set out effective malaria control responses in humanitarian emergencies, particularly during the acute phase when reliance on international humanitarian assistance is greatest. This…21/10/2013
The interagency field handbook was developed to set out effective malaria control responses in humanitarian emergencies, particularly during the acute phase when reliance on international humanitarian assistance is greatest. This second edition represents a thorough updating and revision of the…
01/10/2013Project briefRegional Integrated Vector Management ProjectAn initiative to assess and strengthen the ability of the community and health systems to better prevent the spread of vector-borne diseases and to improve recognition of symptoms and identification…01/10/2013
An initiative to assess and strengthen the ability of the community and health systems to better prevent the spread of vector-borne diseases and to improve recognition of symptoms and identification and notification of vector-borne disease outbreaks.
05/09/2013Project briefMozambique: Strengthening and improving a national ICCM programmeThis project brief describes efforts to work with the Mozambique government to reduce child mortality and halve the malaria burden in Inhambane province through Integrated Community Case Management.05/09/2013
This project brief describes efforts to work with the Mozambique government to reduce child mortality and halve the malaria burden in Inhambane province through Integrated Community Case Management.
05/09/2013Project briefNetWorks ProjectNetWorks aims to support countries in the development of efficient, comprehensive and sustainable programmes to ensure high ownership and use of long lasting insecticidal nets and other malaria prevention technologies.05/09/2013
NetWorks aims to support countries in the development of efficient, comprehensive and sustainable programmes to ensure high ownership and use of long lasting insecticidal nets and other malaria prevention technologies.
05/09/2013Project briefUganda: ICCM CentralThis project in Uganda's Central region aims to reduce under five child mortality and improve maternal and newborn health through the provision of integrated community case management.05/09/2013
This project in Uganda's Central region aims to reduce under five child mortality and improve maternal and newborn health through the provision of integrated community case management.
02/08/2013Technical briefinSCALE - Community engagement approaches to improve motivation and performance of CHWs in UgandaThe inSCALE project, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is working to increase coverage of integrated community case management (ICCM) and expand the number of VHTs trained to…02/08/2013
The inSCALE project, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is working to increase coverage of integrated community case management (ICCM) and expand the number of VHTs trained to treat children under five years for diarrhoea, pneumonia and malaria.…
01/07/2013Project reportImproving access for under-fives to life saving treatment through integrated community case management for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoeaThis is the final project report for the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) grant to Malaria Consortium for the project “Improving access for under-fives to life saving treatment through integrated…01/07/2013
This is the final project report for the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) grant to Malaria Consortium for the project “Improving access for under-fives to life saving treatment through integrated community case management for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea”, which was…
17/06/2013Learning paperCommunity dialogues for healthy children: encouraging communities to talk (Portuguese)Integrated community case management (ICCM) – an approach where community-based health workers are trained to identify, treat and refer children under-five with pneumonia, diarrhoea and malaria – is increasingly being…17/06/2013
Integrated community case management (ICCM) – an approach where community-based health workers are trained to identify, treat and refer children under-five with pneumonia, diarrhoea and malaria – is increasingly being used across sub-Saharan Africa to supplement the gaps in basic…
29/05/2013Project briefSouth Sudan: Integrated Community Case ManagementThis project brief outlines the aim to improve child survival in children under five years by increasing access to prompt and effective treatment of common childhood illnesses including malaria, pneumonia…29/05/2013
This project brief outlines the aim to improve child survival in children under five years by increasing access to prompt and effective treatment of common childhood illnesses including malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea.
28/05/2013Project briefComparing iCCM in Rural and Peri-Urban Villages in UgandaThis is a project brief outlining aims to inform decision making on whether or not the integrated community case management (iCCM) strategy should be tailored differently in rural and peri-urban…28/05/2013
This is a project brief outlining aims to inform decision making on whether or not the integrated community case management (iCCM) strategy should be tailored differently in rural and peri-urban settings and make recommendations for how ICCM can be improved.
28/05/2013Project briefinSCALE Project BriefThis is a project brief on the inSCALE Project and its aim to increase coverage of integrated community case management, which provides community-based care for diarrhoea, pneumonia and malaria. 28/05/2013
This is a project brief on the inSCALE Project and its aim to increase coverage of integrated community case management, which provides community-based care for diarrhoea, pneumonia and malaria.
22/03/2013Project briefPioneer ProjectThis is a project brief on Malaria Consortium's Pioneer Project, which aims to reduce malaria related morbidity and mortality in the target areas and to gain a deeper understanding of…22/03/2013
This is a project brief on Malaria Consortium's Pioneer Project, which aims to reduce malaria related morbidity and mortality in the target areas and to gain a deeper understanding of the most effective approaches in achieving this objective.
22/03/2013Project briefMbale Malaria Control ProjectThis is a project brief describing the Mbale Malaria Control Project, which aims to contribute to the reduction of deaths in children due to malaria and other severe childhood illnesses…22/03/2013
This is a project brief describing the Mbale Malaria Control Project, which aims to contribute to the reduction of deaths in children due to malaria and other severe childhood illnesses through a strengthened health system.
13/03/2013Learning paperDeveloping Intervention Strategies: innovations to improve community health worker motivation and performanceDuring the last decade child mortality has reduced significantly in a number of African countries, largely due to the scale up of appropriate management of diarrhoea, pneumonia and malaria, three…13/03/2013
During the last decade child mortality has reduced significantly in a number of African countries, largely due to the scale up of appropriate management of diarrhoea, pneumonia and malaria, three leading causes of death among young children. As a way…
13/03/2013Learning paperDesenvolvimento de estratégias de intervenção para melhorar a motivação e desempenho do agentes polivalentes elementaresEste documento resume o processo adoptado pelo inSCALE para identicar as barreiras à motivação e desempenho dos ASBCs no Uganda e em Moçambique e documenta as soluções inovadoras para fazer…13/03/2013
Este documento resume o processo adoptado pelo inSCALE para identicar as barreiras à motivação e desempenho dos ASBCs no Uganda e em Moçambique e documenta as soluções inovadoras para fazer face a estes desaos que são potencialmente aceitáveis e exequíveis,…
11/03/2013Project briefStop Malaria Project - UgandaThis project aims to help the Ugandan Government reach the Roll Back Malaria goal of reducing malaria-related morbidity and mortality by 70 percent by 2015 and contribute to the attainment…11/03/2013
This project aims to help the Ugandan Government reach the Roll Back Malaria goal of reducing malaria-related morbidity and mortality by 70 percent by 2015 and contribute to the attainment of the Millennium Development Goals. It is funded by USAID/President's…
01/02/2013Project briefProjecto inSCALEO objectivo do projecto é demonstrar que sob a liderança do Ministério da Saúde, o programa de Manejo Integrado de Casos na Comunidade (MICC) pode ser expandido para 30% dos…01/02/2013
O objectivo do projecto é demonstrar que sob a liderança do Ministério da Saúde, o programa de Manejo Integrado de Casos na Comunidade (MICC) pode ser expandido para 30% dos distritos, o que resultará num maior acesso aos cuidados de…
10/01/2013Learning paperCommunity dialogues for healthy children: encouraging communities to talkIntegrated community case management (ICCM) – an approach where community-based health workers are trained to identify, treat and refer children under-five with pneumonia, diarrhoea and malaria – is increasingly being…10/01/2013
Integrated community case management (ICCM) – an approach where community-based health workers are trained to identify, treat and refer children under-five with pneumonia, diarrhoea and malaria – is increasingly being used across sub-Saharan Africa to supplement the gaps in basic…
10/01/2013Learning paperDeveloping and implementing training materials for integrated community case management in South SudanIn South Sudan, ICCM – or integrated community case management – is carried out by trained community volunteers called community drug distributors (CDDs) or community based distributors. These operate…10/01/2013
In South Sudan, ICCM – or integrated community case management – is carried out by trained community volunteers called community drug distributors (CDDs) or community based distributors. These operate like community based (volunteer) health workers in other parts of…
19/12/2012Journal articleMalaria Policy Advisory Committee to the WHO: Conclusions and recommendations of September 2012 meeting This article provides a summary of the discussions, conclusions and recommendations from the meeting of the Malaria Policy Advisory Committee to the World Health Organization in September 2012.19/12/2012
This article provides a summary of the discussions, conclusions and recommendations from the meeting of the Malaria Policy Advisory Committee to the World Health Organization in September 2012.
12/11/2012Project reportThe Clover Project ReportMalaria Consortium's Clover programme aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in Ethiopia,…12/11/2012
Malaria Consortium's Clover programme aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in Ethiopia, Mozambique, Uganda and Zambia.
12/11/2012Project reportClover Country Report: EthiopiaMalaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in…12/11/2012
Malaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in Ethiopia, Mozambique, Uganda and Zambia.
12/11/2012Project reportClover Country Report: MozambiqueMalaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in…12/11/2012
Malaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in Ethiopia, Mozambique, Uganda and Zambia.
12/11/2012Project reportClover Country Report: UgandaMalaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in…12/11/2012
Malaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in Ethiopia, Mozambique, Uganda and Zambia.
12/11/2012Project reportClover Country Report: ZambiaMalaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in…12/11/2012
Malaria Consortium's Clover programme, which aimed to reduce the burden of malaria among the poor and increase access to and quality of communicable disease interventions through strengthened health systems in Ethiopia, Mozambique, Uganda and Zambia.
07/11/2012Journal articleCommunity acceptability and adoption of integrated community case management in UgandaIntegrated community case management programmes require community sensitisation and targeted health systems strengthening to functioning optimally and enhance benefits such as reduced child mortality.07/11/2012
Integrated community case management programmes require community sensitisation and targeted health systems strengthening to functioning optimally and enhance benefits such as reduced child mortality.
07/11/2012Journal articleIntroduction of Newborn Care within Integrated Community Case Management in UgandaUganda’s Ministry of Health, together with partners, has introduced integrated community case management(iCCM) for children under 5 years. We assessed how the iCCM program addresses newborn care in threemidwestern districts…07/11/2012
Uganda’s Ministry of Health, together with partners, has introduced integrated community case management(iCCM) for children under 5 years. We assessed how the iCCM program addresses newborn care in threemidwestern districts through document reviews, structured interviews, and focus group discussions with…
09/08/2012Project briefNigeria SuNMaP Project BrochureIn Nigeria, Malaria Consortium and partners are working on the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP), a comprehensive project to prevent, treat, and monitor malaria and build local capacity to…09/08/2012
In Nigeria, Malaria Consortium and partners are working on the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP), a comprehensive project to prevent, treat, and monitor malaria and build local capacity to control the disease.
07/08/2012Case studySupporting Village Health Teams in Uganda - Catherine NassiwaThis is a case study on Catherine Nassiwa, who uses her role as the Malaria Focal Person in Kiboga district, Uganda to coordinate activities and mobilise development partners, Village Health…07/08/2012
This is a case study on Catherine Nassiwa, who uses her role as the Malaria Focal Person in Kiboga district, Uganda to coordinate activities and mobilise development partners, Village Health Team members, and the Ugandan health ministry to increase access…
30/07/2012Project reportSupport to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP): Context and an overview of programme achievements, experiences and lessonsThe purpose of this paper is to present an overview of SuNMaP’s achievements, experiences and lessons in the course of programme implementation. It highlights some of the implications of current…30/07/2012
The purpose of this paper is to present an overview of SuNMaP’s achievements, experiences and lessons in the course of programme implementation. It highlights some of the implications of current experiences for other partners and ministries of health involved in…
14/07/2012Project reportReport on work towards a village-based malaria stratification system for CambodiaAn external report on work in May and June 2012 towards building an updated national malaria stratification system for Cambodia based on observed malaria incidence. 14/07/2012
An external report on work in May and June 2012 towards building an updated national malaria stratification system for Cambodia based on observed malaria incidence.
22/03/2012Project briefIntegrated Community Case ManagementThis is a project brief on Malaria Consortium's CIDA-funded Integrated Community Case Management (ICCM) activities in Mozambique, South Sudan, Uganda and Zambia, which aimed to demonstrate implementation at scale of…22/03/2012
This is a project brief on Malaria Consortium's CIDA-funded Integrated Community Case Management (ICCM) activities in Mozambique, South Sudan, Uganda and Zambia, which aimed to demonstrate implementation at scale of effective, replicable community-based treatment systems for childhood malaria, pneumonia and…
10/01/2012Training materialsA guide for trainers of VHTs: participatory approach to improve child health through village health clubsVillage health teams (VHTs) can play an important role in reducing the number of child deaths in Ugandan communities. In order to achieve this, they need to be properly trained,…10/01/2012
Village health teams (VHTs) can play an important role in reducing the number of child deaths in Ugandan communities. In order to achieve this, they need to be properly trained, supported and motivated. VHT performance and motivation is influenced by…
01/01/2012Project reportInScale reports and documentationThis database offers reports, analysis and research outcomes along with other related documentation on the inSCALE project.01/01/2012
This database offers reports, analysis and research outcomes along with other related documentation on the inSCALE project.
02/12/2011Case studyUganda Using Mobile Phones for ICCMMalaria Consortium is piloting the use of mobile phone reporting systems to help beat childhood diseases in rural Uganda.02/12/2011
Malaria Consortium is piloting the use of mobile phone reporting systems to help beat childhood diseases in rural Uganda.
02/12/2011Case studyMozambique Agita and Edson visit the Community Health Worker (Agente Polivalente Elementar-APE)This case study outlines some of Malaria Consortium's work to provide technical support in training Community Health Workers and providing disease treatment and prevention in Mozambique.02/12/2011
This case study outlines some of Malaria Consortium's work to provide technical support in training Community Health Workers and providing disease treatment and prevention in Mozambique.
11/10/2011Journal articleThe cost of antibiotic mass drug administration for trachoma control in a remote area of South SudanTo inform budgeting to scale up control of trachoma and other NTDs relying on large-scale mass drug administration, this study set out to determine the cost per person treated when…11/10/2011
To inform budgeting to scale up control of trachoma and other NTDs relying on large-scale mass drug administration, this study set out to determine the cost per person treated when antibiotics were delivered via a campaign in South Sudan.
30/06/2011Journal articleMortality after fluid bolus in African children with severe infectionAbstract
The role of fluid resuscitation in the treatment of children with shock and life threatening infections who live in resource-limited settings is not established. Thus, the study randomly assigned children…30/06/2011
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The role of fluid resuscitation in the treatment of children with shock and life threatening infections who live in resource-limited settings is not established. Thus, the study randomly assigned children with severe febrile illness and impaired perfusion to receive boluses…
01/03/2011Journal articleCase Management of Severe Malaria - A Forgotten Practice: Experiences from Health Facilities in UgandaSevere malaria is a life-threatening medical emergency and requires prompt and effective treatment to prevent death. However, effective management of severe malaria is relatively expensive and relies heavily on well…01/03/2011
Severe malaria is a life-threatening medical emergency and requires prompt and effective treatment to prevent death. However, effective management of severe malaria is relatively expensive and relies heavily on well equipped hospitals, with adequately trained health workers, both often lacking…
01/11/2010Project briefProjecto MICCEste projecto teve como objectivo demonstrar a aplicacao eficaz de manejo baseado na comunidade de casos infantis de malaria, pneumonia e diarreia, para reduzir a mortalidade em crianças menores de…01/11/2010
Este projecto teve como objectivo demonstrar a aplicacao eficaz de manejo baseado na comunidade de casos infantis de malaria, pneumonia e diarreia, para reduzir a mortalidade em crianças menores de 5 anos, em 4 países africanos.
13/07/2010Journal articleCommunity acceptability of use of rapid diagnostic tests for malaria by community health workers in UgandaAbstract
Many malarious countries plan to introduce artemisinin combination therapy (ACT) at community level using community health workers (CHWs) for treatment of uncomplicated malaria. Use of ACT with reliance on presumptive…13/07/2010
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Many malarious countries plan to introduce artemisinin combination therapy (ACT) at community level using community health workers (CHWs) for treatment of uncomplicated malaria. Use of ACT with reliance on presumptive diagnosis may lead to excessive use, increased costs and rise…
12/07/2010Journal articleUse of RDTs to improve malaria diagnosis and fever case management at primary healthcare facilities in UgandaThis study evaluated the effect of malaria rapid diagnostic tests on health workers' antimalarial drug prescriptions among outpatients at low-level health care facilities within different malaria epidemiological settings in…12/07/2010
This study evaluated the effect of malaria rapid diagnostic tests on health workers' antimalarial drug prescriptions among outpatients at low-level health care facilities within different malaria epidemiological settings in Uganda.