Examining the roles and relationships of actors in community health systems in Nigeria through the lens of the expanded health systems framework.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Community health system (CHS) exists through the actions and activities of different actors within and outside communities. However, these actors, their roles and their relationships with one another have not been properly explored to understand their dynamics in facilitating the effectiveness of CHS. This study identified the actors in CHS, described their roles and their relationships with one another using the expanded health systems framework (EHSF).

Methodology

Data were collected using qualitative tools in three states located in three geographical zones in Nigeria. A total of 102 in-depth interviews and focus group discussions sessions were conducted, recorded and transcribed. The respondents were categorised into policy-makers, programme managers, formal h

SUBMITTER: Odii A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11499808 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature