20/12/2019Project briefCountering the spread of drug-resistant malaria in northern CambodiaIn Cambodia, partial resistance to artemisinin-based combination therapy has been confirmed in malaria parasites. To support elimination of Plasmodium falciparum and prevent further emergence of resistant mutations, strengthened malaria case…20/12/2019
In Cambodia, partial resistance to artemisinin-based combination therapy has been confirmed in malaria parasites. To support elimination of Plasmodium falciparum and prevent further emergence of resistant mutations, strengthened malaria case management is key.
20/12/2019Project reportMAPD Malaria SBCC Dipstick Report 2019USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts developed a multi-pronged SBCC campaign based on collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Communication for Health Communities project (CHC), and insights into…20/12/2019
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts developed a multi-pronged SBCC campaign based on collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Communication for Health Communities project (CHC), and insights into community drivers of change through its contextual analysis of districts.
17/12/2019BrochurePartnering with governments to improve maternal and child healthThis brochure offers examples of the technical assistance we have provided to various governments.17/12/2019
This brochure offers examples of the technical assistance we have provided to various governments.
13/12/2019Journal articleGender-related factors affecting health seeking for neglected tropical diseases: Findings from a qualitative study in EthiopiaThere is limited discussion of the influence of gender in neglected tropical disease programmes and interventions, despite known gender-specific differences regarding prevalence, transmission and exposure. This study applied a gender…13/12/2019
There is limited discussion of the influence of gender in neglected tropical disease programmes and interventions, despite known gender-specific differences regarding prevalence, transmission and exposure. This study applied a gender lens to health seeking in Ethiopia for five NTDs.
10/12/2019Project briefPost-distribution monitoring of long lasting insecticidal nets in UgandaIn 2017–2018, the Ugandan Ministry of Health successfully implemented a universal coverage campaign for long lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), distributing 26.6 million nets throughout the country. The post-distribution monitoring project…10/12/2019
In 2017–2018, the Ugandan Ministry of Health successfully implemented a universal coverage campaign for long lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), distributing 26.6 million nets throughout the country. The post-distribution monitoring project will track the ownership, use and condition of the LLINs…
27/11/2019Project briefupSCALE: Fortalecimento do sistema digital de saúdeO upSCALE está actualmente a ser implementado nas províncias de Cabo Delgado, Inhambane e Zambézia. Na terceira fase do projeto, o Ministério da Saúde pretende expandira plataforma para todo o…27/11/2019
O upSCALE está actualmente a ser implementado nas províncias de Cabo Delgado, Inhambane e Zambézia. Na terceira fase do projeto, o Ministério da Saúde pretende expandira plataforma para todo o país até 2020. O Malaria Consortium fornecerá assistência técnica ao…
22/11/2019PosterDeterminants of malaria testing at health facilities: The case of UgandaThe World Health Organization recommends prompt malaria diagnosis through microscopy or malaria rapid diagnostic tests, and treatment with an effective antimalarial as key interventions to control malaria. Unfortunately, in sub-Saharan…22/11/2019
The World Health Organization recommends prompt malaria diagnosis through microscopy or malaria rapid diagnostic tests, and treatment with an effective antimalarial as key interventions to control malaria. Unfortunately, in sub-Saharan Africa, patients and care providers often do not test fever…
22/11/2019PosterMalaria morbidity and mortality trends in central UgandaMalaria is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Uganda, contributing 30–50 percent of outpatient department attendance and over 20 percent of inpatient hospital admissions. In the…22/11/2019
Malaria is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Uganda, contributing 30–50 percent of outpatient department attendance and over 20 percent of inpatient hospital admissions. In the last quarter of 2016, the MAPD project instituted several interventions…
22/11/2019PosterMaintaining universal coverage of long lasting insecticidal nets through distribution in schools in UgandaAs regular use of a long lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) substantially lowers one’s risk of contracting malaria, mass net distribution campaigns seek to achieve universal coverage (one net per two…22/11/2019
As regular use of a long lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) substantially lowers one’s risk of contracting malaria, mass net distribution campaigns seek to achieve universal coverage (one net per two individuals). Distributing LLINs in schools and antenatal care facilities to…
21/11/2019Annual reviewTrustees’ report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2019Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2019.21/11/2019
Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2019.
21/11/2019PosterAssessing the quality of SMC delivery by low-literate community health workers in NigeriaIn 2018, Malaria Consortium trained 20,969 low-literate community health workers in Nigeria to administer seasonal malaria chemoprevention to approximately 3.2 million children under five in Jigawa, Katsina, Sokoto and Zamfara…21/11/2019
In 2018, Malaria Consortium trained 20,969 low-literate community health workers in Nigeria to administer seasonal malaria chemoprevention to approximately 3.2 million children under five in Jigawa, Katsina, Sokoto and Zamfara states. This poster assesses their performance and was presented at…
20/11/2019Advocacy reportThe spread of superbugs: Why low- and middle-income countries must act now to tackle antimicrobial resistanceAntimicrobial resistance causes at least 700,000 deaths globally each year. We need a coordinated, cross-sectoral and multi-pronged approach to respond effectively to this threat.20/11/2019
Antimicrobial resistance causes at least 700,000 deaths globally each year. We need a coordinated, cross-sectoral and multi-pronged approach to respond effectively to this threat.
18/11/2019Journal articleConsequences of restricting antimalarial drugs to rapid diagnostic test-positive febrile children in south-west NigeriaObjectives
To investigate the consequence of restricting antimalarial treatment to febrile children that test positive to a malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) only in an area of intense malaria transmission.
Methods…18/11/2019
Objectives
To investigate the consequence of restricting antimalarial treatment to febrile children that test positive to a malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) only in an area of intense malaria transmission.
Methods
Febrile children aged 3–59 months were screened with an mRDT…
15/11/2019PresentationAcute respiratory infection diagnostic aid: Learnings and next stepsThis presentation on pneumonia case management was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. It provides an overview of the Acute Respiratory…15/11/2019
This presentation on pneumonia case management was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. It provides an overview of the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid project's objectives and results, and suggests next…
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.
11/11/2019Briefing noteAccelerating malaria elimination in northern Cambodia through early diagnosis and treatmentTo take the final steps towards eliminating Plasmodium falciparum in Cambodia and avoid further emergence of artemisinin-resistant mutations, a specific focus on preventing malaria among vulnerable groups is required. This…11/11/2019
To take the final steps towards eliminating Plasmodium falciparum in Cambodia and avoid further emergence of artemisinin-resistant mutations, a specific focus on preventing malaria among vulnerable groups is required. This briefing note describes our approach, contributions to and achievements in…
07/11/2019Journal articleInstitutionalisation of integrated community case management into national health systems in low- and middle-income countries: A scoping review of the literatureBackground
Integrated community case management (iCCM) for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea continues to be a recommended strategy to address child mortality in areas where access to health facilities is limited.
Objective
To identify…07/11/2019
Background
Integrated community case management (iCCM) for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea continues to be a recommended strategy to address child mortality in areas where access to health facilities is limited.
Objective
To identify models of, and gaps in, institutionalisation of benchmark components of…
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 for maternal, newborn and child…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 for maternal, newborn and child health; water, sanitation and hygiene; and nutrition.
14/10/2019InfographicStudying the usability and acceptability of two pneumonia diagnostic aidsMalaria Consortium frontline health workers in Ethiopia and Nepal to use two new aids for classifying fast breathing: a symptom of pneumonia. This infographic visualises our findings on the usability…14/10/2019
Malaria Consortium frontline health workers in Ethiopia and Nepal to use two new aids for classifying fast breathing: a symptom of pneumonia. This infographic visualises our findings on the usability and acceptability of these devices.
03/10/2019Research briefUsability and acceptability of two automated pneumonia diagnostic aids: Findings from Ethiopia and NepalThe Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project introduced two automated respiratory rate counting aids in Ethiopia and Nepal to support frontline health workers to classify fast breathing: a symptom…03/10/2019
The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project introduced two automated respiratory rate counting aids in Ethiopia and Nepal to support frontline health workers to classify fast breathing: a symptom of pneumonia.
27/09/2019Project briefImproving community-based primary healthcare in NigeriaWith a focus on maternal, newborn and child health, this project aims to revitalise primary healthcare and secure universal health coverage in Niger state.27/09/2019
With a focus on maternal, newborn and child health, this project aims to revitalise primary healthcare and secure universal health coverage in Niger state.
23/09/2019Journal articleCharacterising residual malaria transmission in forested areas with low coverage of core vector control in central Viet Nam
Background
Despite great success in significantly reducing the malaria burden in Viet Nam over recent years, the ongoing presence of malaria vectors and Plasmodium infection in remote forest areas and among…23/09/2019
Background
Despite great success in significantly reducing the malaria burden in Viet Nam over recent years, the ongoing presence of malaria vectors and Plasmodium infection in remote forest areas and among marginalised groups presents a challenge to reaching elimination and a…
23/09/2019Insight briefEquipment challenges in rolling out mobile health solutionsFind out about the lessons we learnt through implementing the digital platform upSCALE in Mozambique, and our recommendations for those designing mobile health interventions in low resource settings.23/09/2019
Find out about the lessons we learnt through implementing the digital platform upSCALE in Mozambique, and our recommendations for those designing mobile health interventions in low resource settings.
23/09/2019Project briefRegional health integration to enhance services in eastern UgandaOur project supports the delivery of malaria prevention and treatment interventions, as well as maternal, newborn and child care activities in Uganda.23/09/2019
Our project supports the delivery of malaria prevention and treatment interventions, as well as maternal, newborn and child care activities in Uganda.
10/09/2019Project briefMobile malaria services for hard-to-reach communities in northeast CambodiaIn Cambodia, forest goers who live and work in remote areas are the most vulnerable to malaria infection. Since December 2015, we have been training mobile malaria workers to diagnose…10/09/2019
In Cambodia, forest goers who live and work in remote areas are the most vulnerable to malaria infection. Since December 2015, we have been training mobile malaria workers to diagnose and treat malaria among this high-risk group.
10/09/2019Project briefBuilding capacity for malaria elimination in southern CambodiaThe RAI2E project will improve existing malaria prevention and control services and build the technical and programme management skills of provincial health department, operational district and health centre staff in…10/09/2019
The RAI2E project will improve existing malaria prevention and control services and build the technical and programme management skills of provincial health department, operational district and health centre staff in southern Cambodia.
09/09/2019Advocacy briefUntapped potential: Integrating neglected tropical diseases into primary healthcareNeglected tropical diseases affect more than a billion people in low- and middle-income countries. We believe that primary healthcare is essential to manage and, ultimately, eliminate them. 09/09/2019
Neglected tropical diseases affect more than a billion people in low- and middle-income countries. We believe that primary healthcare is essential to manage and, ultimately, eliminate them.
02/09/2019Learning briefIntegrating birth notification into community health programmesThe majority of births in South Sudan remain undocumented, despite the Ministry of Health having the legal instruments and mechanisms in place to promote early birth notification. Strong community engagement…02/09/2019
The majority of births in South Sudan remain undocumented, despite the Ministry of Health having the legal instruments and mechanisms in place to promote early birth notification. Strong community engagement and awareness-raising interventions are required to improve birth registration and…
30/08/2019NewsletterAugust 2019 newsletterOur August 2019 newsletter features a blog from USAID's Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda and the latest from our work on malaria surveillance in Mozambique.
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Our August 2019 newsletter features a blog from USAID's Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda and the latest from our work on malaria surveillance in Mozambique.
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30/08/2019Learning briefPioneering the Boma Health InitiativeImproving child survival remains a major challenge in the Republic of South Sudan. Community-based primary healthcare is key to tackling childhood illnesses and to achieving universal health coverage. In 2016,…30/08/2019
Improving child survival remains a major challenge in the Republic of South Sudan. Community-based primary healthcare is key to tackling childhood illnesses and to achieving universal health coverage. In 2016, the government launched its flagship strategy: the Boma Health Initiative.
12/08/2019InfographicMalaria in pregnancyPregnant women are particularly susceptible to malaria partly because of their reduced immunity to the disease but also because of their vulnerable social and economic status. Compared with those who…12/08/2019
Pregnant women are particularly susceptible to malaria partly because of their reduced immunity to the disease but also because of their vulnerable social and economic status. Compared with those who are not pregnant, pregnant women are more likely to suffer…
07/08/2019InfographicSurveillance This fact sheet explains what surveillance is and why it is important. Malaria Consortium’s approach to surveillance is guided by a clear vision of how surveillance can strengthen a health…07/08/2019
This fact sheet explains what surveillance is and why it is important. Malaria Consortium’s approach to surveillance is guided by a clear vision of how surveillance can strengthen a health system, particularly on key health system strengthening building blocks such…
06/08/2019Project briefFortalecimento da vigilância da Malária em Moçambique para tomada de decisão baseado em dadosEste projecto visa consolidar o sistema de vigilância da malária de modo a que seja capaz de orientar a tomada de decisões estratégicas e operacionais com base em dados de…06/08/2019
Este projecto visa consolidar o sistema de vigilância da malária de modo a que seja capaz de orientar a tomada de decisões estratégicas e operacionais com base em dados de vigilância precisos, minuciosos e oportunos em todos os estratos de…
31/07/2019NewsletterJuly 2019 newsletterOur July 2019 newsletter marks the start of a new seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in the Sahel region of Africa, plus the launch of project films from Uganda and Bangladesh.
To…31/07/2019
Our July 2019 newsletter marks the start of a new seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in the Sahel region of Africa, plus the launch of project films from Uganda and Bangladesh.
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29/07/2019Project briefStrengthening malaria surveillance for data-driven decision making in MozambiqueThis project aims to operationalise a functional malaria surveillance system responsive to all transmission strata across Mozambique by strengthening data quality and establishing a data-use and data-to-action culture.29/07/2019
This project aims to operationalise a functional malaria surveillance system responsive to all transmission strata across Mozambique by strengthening data quality and establishing a data-use and data-to-action culture.
27/06/2019Journal articleEffect of community-based intervention on improving access to treatment for sick under-five children in hard-to-reach communities in Niger State, NigeriaBackground
Access to prompt and appropriate treatment is key to survival for children with malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea. Community-based services are vital to extending care to remote populations. Malaria Consortium supported…27/06/2019
Background
Access to prompt and appropriate treatment is key to survival for children with malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea. Community-based services are vital to extending care to remote populations. Malaria Consortium supported Niger state Ministry of Health, Nigeria, to introduce and implement…
27/06/2019Journal articleBarriers on the pathway to survival for children dying from treatable illnesses in Inhambane province, MozambiqueBackground
Mozambique has one of the highest under-5 mortality rates in the world. Community health workers (CHWs) are deployed to increase access to care; in Mozambique they are known as…27/06/2019
Background
Mozambique has one of the highest under-5 mortality rates in the world. Community health workers (CHWs) are deployed to increase access to care; in Mozambique they are known as agentes polivalentes elementares (APEs). This study aimed to investigate child…
25/06/2019Journal articleIntegrated community case management: Planning for sustainability in five African countriesThe World Health Organization launched an initiative to plan for the sustainability of integrated community case management (iCCM) programmes supported by the Rapid Access Expansion programme in five African countries…25/06/2019
The World Health Organization launched an initiative to plan for the sustainability of integrated community case management (iCCM) programmes supported by the Rapid Access Expansion programme in five African countries in 2016.
20/06/2019Project briefStrengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance interventionsThe Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region has one of the highest malaria burdens in Ethiopia. This project will strengthen the management and technical capacity of the primary health care…20/06/2019
The Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region has one of the highest malaria burdens in Ethiopia. This project will strengthen the management and technical capacity of the primary health care unit to continue implementing impactful malaria control interventions.
20/06/2019Project briefPMI VectorLink: Integrated malaria vector controlPMI VectorLink is a five-year project that aims to equip countries with appropriate, cost-effective and proven malaria vector control tools. Malaria Consortium’s role is to provide technical assistance to help…20/06/2019
PMI VectorLink is a five-year project that aims to equip countries with appropriate, cost-effective and proven malaria vector control tools. Malaria Consortium’s role is to provide technical assistance to help governments develop integrated vector control strategies and insecticide resistance management…
20/06/2019NewsletterJune 2019 newsletterOur June 2019 newsletter focuses on dengue, the world's fastest growing disease. Includes opinion from Malaria Consortium's Senior Vector Control Specialist, Prof. Leo Braack.20/06/2019
Our June 2019 newsletter focuses on dengue, the world's fastest growing disease. Includes opinion from Malaria Consortium's Senior Vector Control Specialist, Prof. Leo Braack.
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 storyDaw Wint Wint Soe (pictured left) and Daw Mar Mar Aung (right) are health assistants working in the Pinlebu township in Sagaing region, Myanmar. Since April 2018, they have been…14/06/2019
Daw Wint Wint Soe (pictured left) and Daw Mar Mar Aung (right) are health assistants working in the Pinlebu township in Sagaing region, Myanmar. Since April 2018, they have been working as supervisors with Malaria Consortium’s project Expanding Rural Communities’…
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. Thanks to the training and supervision delivered through Malaria…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. Thanks to the training and supervision delivered through Malaria Consortium's integrated community case management project, she learnt how to…
20/05/2019NewsletterMay 2019 newsletterOur May 2019 newsletter focussed on universal health coverage and the 2019 World Health Assembly taking place in Geneva.
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Our May 2019 newsletter focussed on universal health coverage and the 2019 World Health Assembly taking place in Geneva.
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17/05/2019Project briefControlling vectors and engaging communities to prevent dengue in CambodiaTo prevent and limit dengue transmission, we trialled a socio-ecological vector control strategy using guppy fish distribution for larval source control, and the introduction of low-cost mosquito traps, combined with…17/05/2019
To prevent and limit dengue transmission, we trialled a socio-ecological vector control strategy using guppy fish distribution for larval source control, and the introduction of low-cost mosquito traps, combined with social interventions.
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 MyanmarRural communities in western Myanmar are often poorly served by the country’s public health system. After training volunteers to diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses in children under five and…25/04/2019
Rural communities in western Myanmar are often poorly served by the country’s public health system. After training volunteers to diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses in children under five and screen for malnutrition, Malaria Consortium is now scaling up the…
25/04/2019NewsletterApril 2019 newsletter - World Malaria DayOur April 2019 newsletter marked World Malaria Day.
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Our April 2019 newsletter marked World Malaria Day.
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16/04/2019PosterDeterminants of malaria testing at health facilities: The case of UgandaIn Uganda, the National Malaria Reduction Strategic Plan aims to test at least 75% of malaria suspects. We sought to assess health facilities’ capacity to provide malaria diagnosis and treatment…16/04/2019
In Uganda, the National Malaria Reduction Strategic Plan aims to test at least 75% of malaria suspects. We sought to assess health facilities’ capacity to provide malaria diagnosis and treatment in 43 districts.
05/04/2019Research briefImproving access to treatment for severe acute malnutrition in NigeriaThis research brief summarises the findings of a pilot study conducted as part of the RISE for Nutrition project. With training and supportive supervision, the study found that low-literate community…05/04/2019
This research brief summarises the findings of a pilot study conducted as part of the RISE for Nutrition project. With training and supportive supervision, the study found that low-literate community health workers (CORPs) were generally able to assess, identify, treat…
30/03/2019Capacity statementMalaria Consortium's global capability statementMalaria Consortium is one of the world's leading specialist non-profit organisations. Our mission is to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and…30/03/2019
Malaria Consortium is one of the world's leading specialist non-profit organisations. Our mission is to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote child and maternal health. Our uniqueness is in our…
21/03/2019Briefing noteOne Health and community engagement: Two complementary approaches for tackling antimicrobial resistanceA One Health approach and community engagement are crucial to tackling antimicrobial resistance. We carried out two studies in Bangladesh that highlight the value of community dialogues in addressing this…21/03/2019
A One Health approach and community engagement are crucial to tackling antimicrobial resistance. We carried out two studies in Bangladesh that highlight the value of community dialogues in addressing this threat to global health.
10/03/2019Journal articleDengue situation in Bangladesh: An epidemiological shift in terms of morbidity and mortalityIn this study, climatic changes and rapid unplanned urbanization were strong predictors of an ecological imbalance that led to increased dengue cases in 2016, and the emergence of chikungunya virus…10/03/2019
In this study, climatic changes and rapid unplanned urbanization were strong predictors of an ecological imbalance that led to increased dengue cases in 2016, and the emergence of chikungunya virus in Bangladesh in 2017.
28/02/2019PosterCommunity dialogues for the prevention and control of neglected tropical diseases in Nampula province, MozambiqueIn Mozambique, neglected tropical diseases pose major challenges to the government and communities alike, and their prevention and control requires a strategic community-based approach to behaviour change. The community dialogue…28/02/2019
In Mozambique, neglected tropical diseases pose major challenges to the government and communities alike, and their prevention and control requires a strategic community-based approach to behaviour change. The community dialogue approach (CDA) creates a platform that is embedded into existing…
27/02/2019PosterMitigating the challenges of introducing a mobile health (mHealth) solution in rural Mozambique by using a community dialogue approachThe increased usage of mobile technologies and services in sub-Saharan Africa offers invaluable opportunities for accelerating development outcomes. To capitalise on them, interventions should be accompanied by robustcommunity engagement strategies.…27/02/2019
The increased usage of mobile technologies and services in sub-Saharan Africa offers invaluable opportunities for accelerating development outcomes. To capitalise on them, interventions should be accompanied by robustcommunity engagement strategies. A community dialogue approach successfully and pre-emptively addressed the socio-cultural…
22/02/2019Learning briefPreventing malaria among internally displaced people: Adapting and responding to save livesDuring 2018, Ethiopia experienced some of the highest internal displacement in the world. As a result of violent conflict, over 810,000 people from the Guji zone of Oromia region and…22/02/2019
During 2018, Ethiopia experienced some of the highest internal displacement in the world. As a result of violent conflict, over 810,000 people from the Guji zone of Oromia region and the Gedeo zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’…
11/02/2019Project briefSupport to the National Malaria Programme in Nigeria 2SuNMaP 2 is a UK aid-funded follow-up to SuNMaP that will support government efforts to further reduce Nigeria’s malaria burden. Malaria Consortium will integrate malaria prevention, treatment and other interventions…11/02/2019
SuNMaP 2 is a UK aid-funded follow-up to SuNMaP that will support government efforts to further reduce Nigeria’s malaria burden. Malaria Consortium will integrate malaria prevention, treatment and other interventions at the community and service delivery levels through public and…
06/02/2019Insight briefImproving maternal and newborn health in midwestern Uganda: Insights from Kibale and HoimaThe districts of Kibale and Hoima in midwestern Uganda have seen some of the country's poorest reproductive maternal, newborn and child health indicators in recent years. From July 2017 to…06/02/2019
The districts of Kibale and Hoima in midwestern Uganda have seen some of the country's poorest reproductive maternal, newborn and child health indicators in recent years. From July 2017 to December 2018, Malaria Consortium worked with the Ugandan Ministry of…
06/02/2019NewsletterOur February 2019 newsletterOur February newsletter marks the launch of several new publications, including learning from the ACCESS-SMC project and integrated community case management in Myanmar, plus the launch of a new video…06/02/2019
Our February newsletter marks the launch of several new publications, including learning from the ACCESS-SMC project and integrated community case management in Myanmar, plus the launch of a new video on the community dialogue approach.
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04/02/2019Project briefSupporting government to control malaria in UgandaUSAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts aims to reduce malaria-related childhood and maternal morbidity and mortality in Uganda. The project provides technical and programmatic support to central and local governments…04/02/2019
USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts aims to reduce malaria-related childhood and maternal morbidity and mortality in Uganda. The project provides technical and programmatic support to central and local governments to increase the impact and reach of malaria prevention and…
04/02/2019InfographicStudying the acceptability of an automated pneumonia diagnostic device in EthiopiaThis infographic about the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aids (ARIDA) programme visualises the results from the Children's Automated Respiration Monitor (ChARM) study in Ethiopia.04/02/2019
This infographic about the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aids (ARIDA) programme visualises the results from the Children's Automated Respiration Monitor (ChARM) study in Ethiopia.
28/01/2019Learning paperSeasonal chemoprevention as an effective malaria preventive strategy for children in the SahelThis paper shares learning and recommendations from the Achieving Catalytic Expansion of Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention in the Sahel (ACCESS-SMC) project, which was launched in 2015 to overcome barriers to seasonal…28/01/2019
This paper shares learning and recommendations from the Achieving Catalytic Expansion of Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention in the Sahel (ACCESS-SMC) project, which was launched in 2015 to overcome barriers to seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) scale-up. By supporting national malaria control/elimination programmes…
22/01/2019Project briefTransform: Primary Health Care Despite recent progress in tackling malaria-related morbidity and mortality, malaria still poses a barrier to social and economic development in Ethiopia. Through the Transform: Primary Health Care project, we supported…22/01/2019
Despite recent progress in tackling malaria-related morbidity and mortality, malaria still poses a barrier to social and economic development 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 storyThe Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project aims to introduce automated respiratory rate counting aids to help frontline health workers in resource-limited community settings and health facilities diagnose pneumonia.…21/01/2019
The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project aims to introduce automated respiratory rate counting aids to help frontline health workers in resource-limited community settings and health facilities diagnose pneumonia. Aslefech Demeke, from Shafina Health Post, took part in the…