This study explored how culture influences sleep habits among Latina women and found that many put the needs of their families before their own health, often sacrificing sleep. Community health workers helped identify these cultural beliefs and showed they can play an important role in raising awareness about healthy sleep in ways that are trusted and culturally appropriate. … [Read more...] about Voces Latinas: A Qualitative Study of Cultural Values and Sleep Health, Insights from Latina Community Health Workers
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Associations Between Community Health Worker Capacity and Stunting Reduction Efforts in South Central Timor, Indonesia
This study examined what helps community health workers play a stronger role in reducing childhood stunting in one district of Indonesia. It found that community health workers who had received training, had stronger skills, and had worked for longer were more effective in supporting stunting prevention. The findings highlight the importance of providing regular training and … [Read more...] about Associations Between Community Health Worker Capacity and Stunting Reduction Efforts in South Central Timor, Indonesia
Evaluation of Impact of the M-SAKHI mHealth App on Knowledge, Skills and Acceptance of use of App by Maternal and Child Health Community Health Workers in Rural Maharashtra
This study looked at how a mobile phone app helped community health workers in rural India improve their work. After using the app, the workers showed better knowledge and stronger skills in providing health services, and most were able to use the technology easily on their own. The study found that mobile tools like M-SAKHI can help community health workers work more … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Impact of the M-SAKHI mHealth App on Knowledge, Skills and Acceptance of use of App by Maternal and Child Health Community Health Workers in Rural Maharashtra
Community Health Worker Perspectives on Home-Based Care and Remote Monitoring in Heart Failure
This study explored how community health workers help people with heart failure manage their condition at home. It found that patients often struggle with medications, diet, and using health monitoring devices, but community health workers help by explaining care plans, offering emotional support, connecting people to social services, and teaching them how to use technology. … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker Perspectives on Home-Based Care and Remote Monitoring in Heart Failure
Diabetic retinopathy screening and referrals: Knowledge, attitudes and practices among community health workers in South Africa
This study looked at how much community health workers in rural South Africa know about diabetic eye disease and whether they help refer patients for screening. Most workers had good knowledge and positive attitudes, and many were already referring patients for screening, but over half had never received formal training on the condition. The study shows that better training … [Read more...] about Diabetic retinopathy screening and referrals: Knowledge, attitudes and practices among community health workers in South Africa