The Bring it Down program tested whether community health workers could help people with high blood pressure connect to primary care and improve their health. Participants were recruited from emergency departments and mobile health units. Out of thousands eligible, only a small percentage joined the program. Among those who followed up, blood pressure dropped by an average of … [Read more...] about Bring It Down: A Formative Evaluation of Reach and Effectiveness of a Blood Pressure Reduction Program in Detroit, Michigan USA
North America (U.S. and Canada)
Public Understanding of and Engagement With Community Health Workers and Promotores de Salud: Findings From Two National Surveys
This study looked at how well people in the U.S. know about and interact with community health workers (CHWs). It found that more Hispanic/Latino respondents had heard of or worked with CHWs compared to the general public. Most people who interacted with CHWs met them in healthcare settings, while fewer met them in community spaces. The findings show a need to raise awareness … [Read more...] about Public Understanding of and Engagement With Community Health Workers and Promotores de Salud: Findings From Two National Surveys
Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Interventions for Latine Populations in the U.S.: A Systematic Literature Review
The US is facing a mental health crisis, especially among Latine communities who struggle with access to care. This review looked at 27 studies on community health workers (CHWs) providing mental health support to Latines, mostly immigrants and Spanish speakers. The programs focused on issues like depression, stress, and parenting, using approaches such as education, coping … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Interventions for Latine Populations in the U.S.: A Systematic Literature Review
Evaluating the impact of a community health worker training program
The ARCHWAy program in Atlanta trains and supports Community Health Workers (CHWs) through both classroom and hands-on learning. An evaluation showed that participants gained skills in helping people with mental health needs, chronic illnesses, and barriers to care. They rated the training highly and reported learning how to build trust, navigate health systems, and empower … [Read more...] about Evaluating the impact of a community health worker training program
Implementation Evaluation of Three Community-Clinical Infection-Related Cancer Prevention and Control Programs in New York City: Lessons Learned From Leveraging Community Health Worker Strategies to Enhance Reach and Fit for Asian American Communities
This study looked at three programs in New York City where community health workers (CHWs) helped Asian American communities prevent and manage infection-related cancers. The programs focused on H. pylori treatment, HPV screening, and hepatitis B screening and care. Interviews with key stakeholders showed that success depended on keeping strong community partnerships, focusing … [Read more...] about Implementation Evaluation of Three Community-Clinical Infection-Related Cancer Prevention and Control Programs in New York City: Lessons Learned From Leveraging Community Health Worker Strategies to Enhance Reach and Fit for Asian American Communities