Using digital tools and AgRDTs to support household-level SARS-CoV-2 testing by community health workers in Rwanda

Principal investigator: Noella Bigirimana
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Investigators

Noella Bigirimana, Felix Sayinzoga, Robert Rutayisire, Muhammed Semakula, Ladislas Nshimiyimana, Prosper Karame, Beatrice Mukamana, Gregorie Muhorakeye, Adeline Kabeja, Josue Mutabazi, Jean Paul Rwabihama, Jean Baptiste Mazarati, Paula Akugizibwe, Rigveda Kadam

Study information

  • Research Area: COVID-19
  • Research type: Action Research
  • Start date: Aug 16, 2021
  • End date: May 31, 2022

Study aim of the objectives

Evaluate the use of antigen RDTs in conjunction with the e-ASCov tool to deliver household SARS-CoV-2 testing and contact tracing
through community health workers.

Study setting/Area (Location)

Selected 8 districts, namely Gasabo, Nyarugenge, Kirehe, Nyagatare, Musanze, Rubavu, Huye and Rusizi

Implementing institution

RBC & FIND

Department/Division

Research, Innovation, and Data Science Division

Impact on Policy

Household-based COVID-19 testing and Management

Study implementation progress

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