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Understanding the role and organization of health workers delivering non-communicable disease management in primary care in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review

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This study reviewed how health workers help manage chronic diseases in low- and middle-income countries. Most studies highlighted the use of teams made up of doctors, nurses, and community health workers. Better care can be achieved by sharing tasks within these teams, allowing nurses and community health workers to take on responsibilities usually done by doctors. Using teams … [Read more...] about Understanding the role and organization of health workers delivering non-communicable disease management in primary care in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review

Feasibility, efficacy and effectiveness of community health worker-facilitated hearing aid provision: a systematic review

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This review looked at whether community health workers can help provide hearing aids in places where hearing care is hard to access. Across six studies, CHWs were able to support hearing aid use effectively, especially when they were well trained, spoke local languages, and used simple digital tools. People who received hearing aids with CHW support generally used them … [Read more...] about Feasibility, efficacy and effectiveness of community health worker-facilitated hearing aid provision: a systematic review

Challenges in non-communicable disease mitigation among community health workers: A scoping review

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This review looked at studies from across Africa to understand the challenges community health workers face when helping manage long-term diseases. It found that many CHWs lack enough training and support, often work without proper tools, and struggle with weak referral systems. They also face safety risks, transport problems, and mistrust within communities. The study shows … [Read more...] about Challenges in non-communicable disease mitigation among community health workers: A scoping review

Protective factors and stressors that influence the mental wellbeing of community health workers in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa: A scoping review

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This review examined what affects the mental wellbeing of community health workers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. It found that CHWs feel more supported when they receive recognition, fair incentives, training, and emotional support, and when their work allows some flexibility. At the same time, many face stress from heavy workloads, late or missing pay, unclear career … [Read more...] about Protective factors and stressors that influence the mental wellbeing of community health workers in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa: A scoping review

Strengthening the role of community health workers through supportive supervision: A Scoping Review

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This review looked at how supportive supervision helps CHWs do their work better. After examining 37 studies, the picture is clear: when CHWs get regular guidance, feedback, and chances to learn with peers, they stay motivated and provide better care. Approaches that use mentorship, shared problem-solving, and community involvement tend to work well. The biggest challenges are … [Read more...] about Strengthening the role of community health workers through supportive supervision: A Scoping Review