This study looked at how community health worker programs are funded in sub-Saharan Africa. It found that most of the money comes from donors and is mainly focused on specific diseases rather than overall health services, while governments contribute less but tend to support broader care. There is still a large funding gap, meaning many programs do not have enough resources. … [Read more...] about Trends in government and donor funding for vertical and horizontal community health worker programmes in sub-Saharan Africa
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The Role of Community Health Workers in Tobacco Cessation: A Scoping Review
This study reviewed research on how community health workers help people quit tobacco in the United States. It found that these programs often lead to better quitting outcomes, especially among underserved groups, because CHWs build trust, provide ongoing support, connect people to treatment, and address everyday challenges that affect health. The study suggests expanding these … [Read more...] about The Role of Community Health Workers in Tobacco Cessation: A Scoping Review
Implementing integrated care for older adults in primary health care: A systematic scoping review
This review examined how integrated care for older adults is being implemented in primary health care around the world. Across 181 studies from 26 countries, most programs used team-based care, coordinated services, and personalized care plans, often combined with health education, physical activity, and psychosocial support. Most studies reported improvements in patient … [Read more...] about Implementing integrated care for older adults in primary health care: A systematic scoping review
An Integrative Review of Community Health Volunteer-Led Training to Improve Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Practices in Haiti
This review looked at how training community health volunteers can improve water, sanitation, and hygiene practices in underserved communities. Across nine studies, training programs helped volunteers gain knowledge, confidence, and motivation to promote healthy hygiene behaviors and engage their communities. While knowledge improved in most cases, changes in behavior were less … [Read more...] about An Integrative Review of Community Health Volunteer-Led Training to Improve Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Practices in Haiti
Cultural Adaptations in Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Interventions for U.S Latine Populations
This review examined mental health programs delivered by community health workers for Latine communities in the United States. Across 32 programs, most adapted the content, materials, or settings of interventions to better match the culture, language, and experiences of the communities they served. Programs that adapted their content often showed better mental health outcomes. … [Read more...] about Cultural Adaptations in Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Interventions for U.S Latine Populations