In this roundtable discussion, Daniel Palazuelos, Partners In Health, and Dr. Shreya Kangovi, Penn Center for Community Health Workers, discuss the significance of CHW programs in the United States. Whereas community health workers are often thought to be necessary in resource-poor settings, there is a place for CHWs in the U.S. as they are often a solution to approaching … [Read more...] about “Don’t Call it a Comeback, They’ve Been Here for Years” with Shreya Kangovi
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Community Health Workers: a Resource to Support Antipsychotic Medication Adherence
Community health workers are becoming increasingly integrated into medical settings for the prevention, treatment, and control of chronic disease, particularly for underserved populations. One specific population that may benefit from CHW intervention is individuals with severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This commentary examines the ways in … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers: a Resource to Support Antipsychotic Medication Adherence
Feasibility and evaluation of a pilot community health worker intervention to reduce hospital readmissions
As an attempt to reduce hospital readmissions, a community health worker intervention was used to observe the feasibility and preliminary effect of such a program. The intervention included an inpatient introductory visit and weekly post-discharge telephone support for four weeks. In conclusion, hospital readmission rates were lower among CHW patients compared to usual care, … [Read more...] about Feasibility and evaluation of a pilot community health worker intervention to reduce hospital readmissions
Community health worker training and certification programs in the United States: Findings from a national survey
This paper analyzes trends and various approaches to professional development in U.S. community health worker training and certification programs using a national survey of these training programs. Three trends were identified from the national survey results and data collection: (1) schooling at the community college level—provides career advancement opportunities; (2) … [Read more...] about Community health worker training and certification programs in the United States: Findings from a national survey
A community health worker-led lifestyle behavior intervention for Latina (Hispanic) women: Feasibility and outcomes of a randomized controlled trial
This paper evaluates the outcomes and feasibility of a promotora (female community health worker in Latino communities)-led lifestyle behavior intervention for overweight immigrant Latinas in the United States. Using a randomized controlled trial design, a culturally-tailored intervention was implemented in the intervention group and an educational program in the control group. … [Read more...] about A community health worker-led lifestyle behavior intervention for Latina (Hispanic) women: Feasibility and outcomes of a randomized controlled trial