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ArticleBMC public health2024

Perceptions and experiences of a multi-domain preventive health programme: a qualitative study informing future community-based health interventions in singapore.

Jesslyn Hwei Sing Chong, Jia Yi Chee, Zack Zhong Sheng Goh, Hee Hoon Lee, Thong Gan Chee, Esther Xi Xiang Tan, Phillip Phan, Adrian Ujin Yap

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Jesslyn Hwei Sing ChongDepartment of Dietetic and Nutrition, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, 1 Jurong East Street 21, 609606, Singapore, Singapore. jesslyn_chong@nuhs.edu.sg.ORCID 0009-0000-6350-0254
Jia Yi CheeSaw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.ORCID 0009-0009-7528-8479
Zack Zhong Sheng GohWoodlands Health, National Healthcare Group, Singapore, Singapore.ORCID 0000-0002-9641-339X
Hee Hoon LeeDepartment of Dietetic and Nutrition, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, 1 Jurong East Street 21, 609606, Singapore, Singapore.
Thong Gan CheeDepartment of Dietetic and Nutrition, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, 1 Jurong East Street 21, 609606, Singapore, Singapore.
Esther Xi Xiang TanDepartment of Dietetic and Nutrition, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, 1 Jurong East Street 21, 609606, Singapore, Singapore.
Phillip PhanJohns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-1366-1604
Adrian Ujin YapDepartment of Dietetic and Nutrition, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, 1 Jurong East Street 21, 609606, Singapore, Singapore.ORCID 0000-0003-0361-6209

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backgroundDespite global popularity, Community-based Health Intervention (CBHI) programmes have yet to be fully incorporated into Singapore's public healthcare systems, with most initiatives focusing on specific diseases. This qualitative study aimed to evaluate older adults' perceptions of the "Get Well, Live Well" multi-domain preventive health programme, explore the effectiveness of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in promoting health literacy and modifying health behaviours, and examine participants' experiences in the CHW-delivered CBHI programme.

methodsPurposeful sampling was used to recruit study subjects from participants in the "Get Well, Live Well" programme until data saturation was achieved. In-depth, semi-structured, one-to-one telephone interviews were conducted in English or Chinese with participants aged ≥ 40 years. Audio recordings were translated into English as needed and transcribed in full. The collected data were anonymised, and thematic analysis was performed by three trained evaluators using a structured process.

resultsThe final study sample included 19 subjects (median age of 64 years; 84% women; and 95% Chinese). Three key themes emerged regarding the programme's value, interactions with CHW, also known as Care Connectors, and their facilitation of health services/behaviours. Participants acknowledged that the "Get Well, Live Well" programme provided physical/emotional support, improved health literacy, and enhanced social interaction. The programme's effectiveness may depend on Care Connector's personal qualities, service quality beyond expectation, connection with participants, and their proactive and authoritative roles in facilitating health services/behaviours.

conclusionThe findings suggest that future Community-based Health Interventions could benefit from deploying CHWs with strong people skills to enhance the programme's success.

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Community Health ServicesCommunity Health WorkersQualitative ResearchAdultAgedFemaleHealth LiteracyHealth PromotionHumansInterviews as TopicMaleMiddle AgedPreventive Health ServicesProgram EvaluationSingaporeCommunity-basedCommunity health workersPreventive health programmePublic healthQualitative research

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