This review looked at the costs and value of community health worker programs focused on maternal and child health in low- and middle-income countries. Across 53 studies, most programs were found to be good value for money, often costing less than care delivered only at health facilities, especially for child health services. However, few studies examined whether governments … [Read more...] about Costs and cost-effectiveness of community health worker programs on reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health in low- and middle-income countries (2015-2024): A scoping review
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A digital adaptation of the WHO’s Self-Help Plus psychological intervention to alleviate stress among community health workers: a mixed-methods evaluation of the SAMBHAV program in rural India
This study tested a smartphone-based mental health program designed to reduce stress and burnout among community health workers in rural India. Forty women health workers used a digital version of a WHO self-help program over 12 weeks. Their stress levels decreased, and most found the app helpful and easy to use, though some had minor difficulties navigating it. Participants … [Read more...] about A digital adaptation of the WHO’s Self-Help Plus psychological intervention to alleviate stress among community health workers: a mixed-methods evaluation of the SAMBHAV program in rural India
Factors Influencing Community Members’ Perception of Primary Health Care Services Delivered by Community Health Workers in Rural Areas: A Systematic Review
This review looked at what shapes how rural communities view the services provided by community health workers. After analyzing studies from 15 countries, three main factors stood out. First, how services are delivered; such as availability, access, and quality; strongly affects perception. Second, trust matters, including whether community members see CHWs as competent and … [Read more...] about Factors Influencing Community Members’ Perception of Primary Health Care Services Delivered by Community Health Workers in Rural Areas: A Systematic Review
Interprofessional Collaboration Between Community Health Workers and Pharmacists
Community health workers (CHWs) and pharmacists can work together to help patients, but their collaboration isn’t well understood. This study interviewed 29 CHWs and pharmacists in Australia and New Zealand. CHWs helped connect patients with pharmacists, supported medication use, and reinforced pharmacist advice. Challenges included unclear roles, poor communication, and lack … [Read more...] about Interprofessional Collaboration Between Community Health Workers and Pharmacists
Community Health Agents in the Family Health Strategy: 30 years of resistance and achievements
This article reviews 30 years of Community Health Agents (CHAs) in Brazil’s Family Health Strategy, showing how they helped strengthen primary health care within the public health system (SUS). Over time, CHAs became a regulated profession, but their work faces challenges, including balancing administrative tasks with community care, reduced team presence, exposure to violence, … [Read more...] about Community Health Agents in the Family Health Strategy: 30 years of resistance and achievements