In a context shaped by the Sustainable Development Goals and the pursuit of Universal Health Coverage, the National Community Health Policy (NCHP) stands as a crucial pillar to achieve these goals by redirecting healthcare systems towards primary healthcare. The aim of this study was to assess the implementation of the NCHP in the Bembèrèkè-Sinendé health district (BSHD). This was an evaluative cross-sectional observational study with an analytical approach. A census of all active healthcare facilities in the two municipalities of the health district was conducted. A total of 28 health establishments, were included. Activity coverage rates ranged from high for home visits (46.9%) to low for other activities. Awareness raising (89.3%) and educational discussions (100%) are well conducted, while practical demonstrations and home visits encounter challenges. No significant association was found between the independent variables and the quality of the activities implemented. The results of this study provide valuable insight into the implementation of the NCHP in the BSHD. They highlight the need to strengthen the training of heads of posts. In addition, they point to the neglect of home visits in the delivery of community health care.
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National School of Public Health and Epidemiology (ENATSE), University of Parakou, Parakou, Benin Republic
National School of Public Health and Epidemiology (ENATSE), University of Parakou, Parakou, Benin Republic
National School of Public Health and Epidemiology (ENATSE), University of Parakou, Parakou, Benin Republic
National School of Public Health and Epidemiology (ENATSE), University of Parakou, Parakou, Benin Republic
