Integrated community case management: quality of care and adherence to medication in Beneshangul-Gumuz Region, Ethiopia.

Background: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) supports implementation of integrated Community Case Management (iCCM) in all 20 woredas (districts) of Benishangul Gumuz Region (BSG) in Ethiopia.

Objectives: To identify the gaps in the provision of quality iCCM services provided by Health Extension Workers (HEWs) and to assess caregivers' adherence to prescribed medicines for children under five years of age.

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional descriptive study with both quantitative and qualitative study methods.