Lessons from Liberia for Universal Health Coverage
Author Information
Author(s): Godwin-Akpan Tiawanlyn, McCollum Rosalind, Kollie Jerry, Berrian Hannah, Seekey-Tate Wede, Smith John S, Zaizay Fasseneh Zeela, Chowdhury Shahreen, Kollie Karsor K, Rogers Emerson J, Parker Colleen B M, Zawolo Georgina V K, Wickenden Anna, Dean Laura, Theobald Sally
Primary Institution: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Hypothesis
How can partnerships improve universal health coverage in low-resource settings?
Conclusion
The REDRESS project demonstrates that multifaceted collaboration can reduce barriers to accessing care and progress towards universal health coverage.
Supporting Evidence
- Peer support groups help dispel stigma and promote health-seeking behaviors.
- Integrating mental health into NTD training improves care access.
- Training traditional healers enhances early identification and referral of NTD cases.
- Multidisciplinary advisory boards improve governance and sustainability of health interventions.
Takeaway
This study shows that working together with affected people and different health sectors can help everyone get the healthcare they need.
Methodology
Participatory action research involving health systems actors and persons affected by neglected tropical diseases.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the involvement of traditional and faith healers in the healthcare process.
Limitations
The study may not be generalizable to all low-resource settings due to unique socio-political environments.
Participant Demographics
Participants included health workers, persons affected by neglected tropical diseases, and community members in Liberia.
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