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Training Community Health Workers (CHWs) significantly improved their knowledge of oral cancer detection and management. Regular retraining is recommended for sustained knowledge retention in early oral cancer screening.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Public Health
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Oral cancer presents a significant health burden in India.
  • Early detection through screening is crucial for downstaging the disease.
  • Educating Community Health Workers (CHWs) is vital for knowledge transfer and reducing the oral cancer burden.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To equip CHWs with advanced knowledge in oral cancer diagnostics and prevention.
  • To enhance CHWs' skills in early detection of oral cancer using innovative techniques.
  • To facilitate the transfer of knowledge on oral cancer management to frontline health workers.

Main Methods:

  • A total of 178 CHWs were trained in two distinct groups.
  • Group 1 focused on screening and primary prevention.
  • Group 2 received training on diagnostic adjuncts, AI-enabled diagnostics, and patient care for Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders (OPMDs).
  • Pre- and post-assessment questionnaires evaluated knowledge acquisition.

Main Results:

  • A statistically significant increase in mean knowledge scores (3.99) was observed post-training (p < 0.001).
  • Knowledge retention remained statistically significant six months after the training (p < 0.001).
  • The training effectively enhanced participants' ability to recall information.

Conclusions:

  • A well-structured training module effectively enhances CHW awareness and skills for early oral cancer detection.
  • Continuous retraining is necessary to ensure long-term knowledge retention among CHWs.
  • Upskilling CHWs is a key strategy for improving early oral cancer detection rates.