Community health workers (CHWs) play an important role in helping underserved communities learn about and improve their sleep health. This study spoke with 77 female CHWs from different cultural backgrounds to understand how their communities view sleep. Many said people often put family and community responsibilities ahead of getting good sleep. Some also faced cultural and … [Read more...] about Exploring Sleep Beliefs, Attitudes and Behaviors in Women of Color Through the Lens of Community Health Workers
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Community Health Workers’ Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Awareness of American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations of Safe Sleep Environments
This study assessed community health workers' (CHWs) awareness of safe sleep practices recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to reduce infant mortality. A questionnaire was distributed to CHWs, revealing fair to good levels of knowledge, attitude, and practices related to safe sleep. CHWs showed knowledge gaps in breastfeeding, pacifier use, and crib … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers’ Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Awareness of American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations of Safe Sleep Environments