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Int J Health Policy Manag January 2022 PMID 32892520

What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Mutual Aid Response in Cape Town, South Africa.

Manya van Ryneveld, Eleanor Whyle, Leanne Brady

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The discussions reflect a strong consensus on the article's message about the crucial role of community-led mutual aid, supported by personal anecdotes and calls to recognize grassroots efforts as essential components of health systems. The tone is appreciative and reflective, emphasizing the article's influence on understanding community resilience and systemic weaknesses.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly agree with the article’s emphasis on the importance of community-led responses and grassroots efforts, evidenced by support phrases like 'ground up CH' and recognition of CAN networks as vital.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest, using keywords such as 'teaching us,' 'reflection,' and mentions of community involvement, indicating engagement with the article’s insights.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants share personal experiences, reference specific organizations like Cape Town Together CAN, and highlight the practical implications, showing deep engagement with the topic.

ImpactHigh impact

Multiple discussions suggest the article has significant influence, with references to lessons learned for future health systems and the potential for grassroots groups to complement formal health responses.

Abstract in brief

  • COVID-19 revealed significant weaknesses in South Africa’s social safety systems, highlighting issues like inequality, unemployment, and poor infrastructure, especially during lockdowns.
  • In Cape Town, community-led groups called Community Action Networks (CANs) played a key role in local responses to the pandemic, showing the importance of grassroots organizing.
  • The article reflects on how these informal networks can complement formal health systems, emphasizing their potential and the challenges in working alongside state authorities during crises.]
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What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Response in Cape Town ⁦@VanManya⁩ ⁦@eleanorwhyle⁩ ⁦@BradyLeanne⁩ ⁦@schneider_helen⁩ ⁦@Lucy_Gilson⁩ ⁦@ashageorge72⁩ https://t.co/EPk3swkAq2

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What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? https://t.co/3kCvwz7PIn

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SOPH UWC
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What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Mutual Aid Response in Cape Town, South Africa, by @VanManya @eleanorwhyle @BradyLeanne https://t.co/RACKGnkWkz

Sep 4, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 2,065 followers View post →
SOPH UWC
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What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Mutual Aid Response in Cape Town, South Africa, by @VanManya, @eleanorwhyle, @BradyLeanne https://t.co/RACKGnkWkz

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Asha George
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@corenet_india sharing experiences led by Cape Town Together CAN network https://t.co/hAVaKek2GY

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What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Mutual Aid Response in Cape Town, South Africa, by @VanManya, @eleanorwhyle, @BradyLeanne https://t.co/RACKGnkWkz

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Asha George
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@corenet_india sharing experiences led by Cape Town Together CAN network https://t.co/hAVaKek2GY

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2/ I was able to be involved in a small way with one of the CANs - ground up CH What Is #COVID19 Teaching Us About #CommunityHealth Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Mutual Aid Response in #CapeTown, #SouthAfrica https://t.co/6ZyhVvfz7t https://t.co/lB6RSoP1zQ

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What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Mutual Aid Response in Cape Town, South Africa, by @VanManya @eleanorwhyle @BradyLeanne https://t.co/RACKGnkWkz

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What Is COVID-19 Teaching Us About Community Health Systems? A Reflection From a Rapid Community-Led Response in Cape Town ⁦@VanManya⁩ ⁦@eleanorwhyle⁩ ⁦@BradyLeanne⁩ ⁦@schneider_helen⁩ ⁦@Lucy_Gilson⁩ ⁦@ashageorge72⁩ https://t.co/EPk3swkAq2

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