There is robust and compelling evidence that community health workers play an essential role in delivering life-saving healthcare globally. But women, who make up 70% of this workforce, face significant gender-based challenges including safety concerns, inadequate pay, and limited career advancement. As over 40 countries in Africa have made commitments to professionalize … [Read more...] about Achieving Gender Equity in the Community Health Workforce
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Optimising Equity Impacts Of Community Health Worker Programmes In Low- And Middle- Income Countries
This study aims to create recommendations to enhance the impact of Community Health Worker (CHW) programs in reducing health inequities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). By reviewing 167 studies from 33 LMICs, it assesses how effectively CHWs reach and improve health for the most disadvantaged groups. It also identifies key challenges and supportive factors for … [Read more...] about Optimising Equity Impacts Of Community Health Worker Programmes In Low- And Middle- Income Countries
Interventions Related to Empowering Community Health Workers for Improving Community Health: A Systematic Review
This review looked at ways to empower Community Health Workers (CHWs) around the world. It examined 122 studies and selected 13 that were most relevant. Traditional methods like lectures and seminars, along with newer tools like the internet, cell phones, and mobile apps, were used to support CHWs. The review highlights the growing use of technology to strengthen CHWs, offering … [Read more...] about Interventions Related to Empowering Community Health Workers for Improving Community Health: A Systematic Review
Effective community-based interventions to prevent and control infectious diseases in urban informal settlements in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review
This systematic review examined community-based interventions (CBIs) aimed at preventing infectious diseases among the urban poor in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Following strict guidelines, researchers reviewed 18,260 papers and found 20 studies that met their criteria, focusing on various diseases such as tuberculosis, diarrhea, dengue, hepatitis, and COVID-19. … [Read more...] about Effective community-based interventions to prevent and control infectious diseases in urban informal settlements in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review
Blood pressure reduction interventions is most effectively led by community health care workers and pharmacists.
This study published in Circulation found that blood pressure (BP) interventions are most effective when led by pharmacists and community health workers. Researchers reviewed 100 trials involving over 90,000 people with high blood pressure. Pharmacist-led interventions reduced systolic BP by 7.3 mm Hg and diastolic BP by 3.9 mm Hg. Community health workers also showed strong … [Read more...] about Blood pressure reduction interventions is most effectively led by community health care workers and pharmacists.