Many studies have reviewed how Community Health Workers (CHWs) help with diabetes self-management education (DSME), but there is little focus on foot care interventions (FCIs) for preventing diabetic foot problems. This scoping review aimed to identify and describe the nature and key components of FCIs delivered by CHWs. Using the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews … [Read more...] about Foot care intervention delivered by community health worker (CHWs): A scoping review
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Prehospital use of point-of-care tests by community health workers: a scoping review
Point-of-Care Tests (POCTs) are widely used in well-resourced regions but are limited in the global south, especially in prehospital settings. There is little research on the use of non-malarial POCTs by Community Health Workers (CHWs). This scoping review aims to explore the variety and scope of POCTs used in prehospital settings. An experienced medical librarian conducted a … [Read more...] about Prehospital use of point-of-care tests by community health workers: a scoping review
Examining global Indigenous community wellness worker models: a rapid review
This study reviews community wellness worker models in Indigenous populations to address healthcare inequities and rising chronic disease burdens. It examines 28 articles on these models, focusing on worker roles, training, decolonized approaches, and structural supports. Findings highlight that wellness workers serve as crucial links between Indigenous communities and … [Read more...] about Examining global Indigenous community wellness worker models: a rapid review
Large Language Models to Support Community Health Workers
ChatCHW is a smartphone app designed to enhance the quality of care provided by community health workers (CHWs) worldwide, with consistent and quality care. By combining large language models like ChatGPT with local clinical guidelines, ChatCHW provides expert medical advice tailored to each CHW's region. The app features user-friendly design, multi-language support, and … [Read more...] about Large Language Models to Support Community Health Workers
Public health surveillance through community health workers: a scoping review of evidence from 25 low-income and middle-income countries
This review examines the roles, impacts, and challenges of community health workers (CHWs) in public health surveillance across 25 low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). CHWs play a significant role in disease control by engaging communities, gathering data, conducting screenings, and promoting health education. Their involvement, often facilitated by technology, improves … [Read more...] about Public health surveillance through community health workers: a scoping review of evidence from 25 low-income and middle-income countries