Our Research
Evidence That Drives Change
Evidence-based interventions strengthen our impact today and tomorrow.
At One Heart Worldwide, we believe that strong evidence is essential for lasting change. By partnering with academic institutions, government agencies, and peer organizations, we contribute to the global body of knowledge on maternal and newborn health and health system strengthening. This information is essential to drive policy change and strengthen the maternal and newborn health system in Nepal.
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Our research has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals, contributing evidence on health system strengthening, community-based care, and maternal and newborn health outcomes in rural Nepal.
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Published: November 20, 2020
Journal: Health Systems & Reform
Summary: This case study examines the Network of Safety model through the lens of Networks of Care (NOC), demonstrating how collaboration with municipal governments in Nepal has led to scalable and sustainable improvements in maternal and neonatal health services.
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Published: June 24, 2020
Journal: Maternal and Child Health Journal
Summary: A survey of birthing centers in Taplejung District revealed gaps in essential emergency obstetric care and highlighted the need for policy and infrastructure improvements to ensure safe deliveries.
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Published: December 10, 2021
Journal: Europasian Journal of Medical Sciences
Summary: This paper outlines how FCHVs have been critical in achieving health milestones in Nepal and discusses their potential to address new health challenges, including non-communicable diseases.
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Published: 2022
Journal: Women’s Health (London)
Summary: Culturally tailored educational films significantly increased maternal and newborn health knowledge among pregnant women and Female Community Health Volunteers, demonstrating the potential for scalable, low-cost health education interventions.
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Published: 2016
Journal: Global Public Health
Summary: Using One Heart Worldwide's Network of Safety model as its case, this paper argues that small nonprofits can demonstrate their impact in maternal and newborn health through forms of evidence beyond the large-scale statistical methods that dominate global health.
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Published: 2016
Journal: Maternal and Child Health Journal
Summary: This field report describes how a small NGO that began in Tibet built the integrated model of healthcare delivery it calls the Network of Safety, and analyzes its efforts to reduce maternal and infant mortality in Nepal's mountain communities in a culturally astute and durable way.
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Published: 2015
Journal: JRSM Open
Summary: This study in Baglung district found that non-surgical interventions such as Kegel exercises and ring pessaries may offer a feasible way to address the significant burden of pelvic organ prolapse among women in rural Nepal, where access to surgical care is limited.
Technical Briefs
Our technical briefs translate field experience into practical insights for policymakers, implementers, and partners working on maternal and newborn health around the world.
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Evaluated the effectiveness of a telehealth consultation helpline for remote healthcare providers during COVID-19, improving clinical decision-making in rural health facilities.
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Showed how task-shifting ultrasound services to Skilled Birth Attendants improved early detection of complications and timely referrals.
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Demonstrated how low-dose, high-frequency simulation training strengthens emergency response skills among maternal and newborn healthcare providers.
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