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Area of Science:

  • Global Health
  • Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology
  • Health Systems Strengthening

Background:

  • Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) is a significant public health issue in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
  • High-income countries have largely eliminated RHD, highlighting disparities in disease burden.
  • The RHD Action initiative, launched in 2015, aims to control RHD globally.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact and effectiveness of the RHD Action Small Grants Programme.
  • To assess the programme's role in supporting patient and community groups.
  • To understand the capacity-building effects on health workers for RHD prevention and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods study combining quantitative and qualitative surveys.
  • Online surveys and phone interviews were conducted with grant beneficiaries (2017-2019).
  • Thematic analysis of transcribed interviews and analysis of survey data on project successes, challenges, and grant process experience.

Main Results:

  • RHD Action funded 21 proposals from 60 submissions across various LMICs between 2017 and 2019.
  • Projects were led by junior doctors and project managers, often first-time awardees.
  • Funded projects demonstrated tangible impacts, leading to publications and conference presentations, showcasing a strong return on investment.

Conclusions:

  • The RHD Action Small Grants Programme is effective in supporting local RHD control efforts in LMICs.
  • The programme fosters a global network of RHD activists and health professionals.
  • Modest financial investment yields significant visibility and impact in combating RHD worldwide.