1.CHWs: A Growing Field The Community Health Worker field is growing as CHWs are becoming recognized as an essential need in healthcare systems. CHW interventions influence favorable health outcomes for many vulnerable populations who face social barriers. The positive impact of CHW work explains why federal Medicaid programs are ramping up CHW integration across the United … [Read more...] about CHWs Take the Charge: Empowering CHWs to Lead in the United States
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Promoting Health and Saving the Planet: The Crucial Role of Community Health Workers in Environmental Health
The relationship between community health and the environment is one that cannot be ignored: the environment plays a crucial role in determining the health of a community. Many sectors necessary for human existence such as agriculture, transportation, energy, and industry, influence the environment, and in turn, the health of the community. The health sector is greatly affected … [Read more...] about Promoting Health and Saving the Planet: The Crucial Role of Community Health Workers in Environmental Health
Working Double-time to get by: The Case of Malaba Community Health Unit’s Garbage Collection Business
Community health volunteers (CHVs) are an essential part of Kenya's health system. They are responsible for providing primary health care services, health promotion, and disease prevention in communities across the country. Despite their importance, CHVs are not paid by the government, making it difficult for them to sustain their lives while also contributing effectively to … [Read more...] about Working Double-time to get by: The Case of Malaba Community Health Unit’s Garbage Collection Business
Community Health Workers are Underpaid, We Deserve Better!
I was driving home from a field visit at the end of a workday when I ran over a pothole and damaged my car. I heard the popping sound right before feeling the weight of my car drop from underneath me, like it had been swallowed by the road. I went into sheer panic looking in the rear view mirror hoping cars would slow down and see that I was stopped in the middle of the street. … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers are Underpaid, We Deserve Better!
Advance Community Health Worker Programs to Accelerate the Achievement of Universal Health Care and Primary Health Care: The 3rd International Community Health Worker Symposium
In just a few days, from 22-24 March, Ministers of Health, health and finance experts, multilateral organizations, community health workers, development agencies and partners, will come together for the 3rd International Community Health Worker Symposium, to push for a better supported and integrated community health workforce. Community Health Workers (CHWs) are people trained … [Read more...] about Advance Community Health Worker Programs to Accelerate the Achievement of Universal Health Care and Primary Health Care: The 3rd International Community Health Worker Symposium