Home health visitors boost outcomes for moms and kids in rural south africa

NCT ID NCT03517878

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study looked at whether community health workers visiting pregnant women at home in rural South Africa could improve health for both mothers and children. About 1,490 women took part, with some areas getting the home-visit program and others not. The program aimed to help with issues like low baby weight, HIV care, alcohol use, and depression. Researchers tracked things like breastfeeding, clinic visits, and child growth for one year after birth.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Stellenbosch University

    Stellenbosch, South Africa

  • Zithulele Hospital

    Mqanduli, Eastern Cape, 5080, South Africa

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