This review looks at the challenges to accessing abortion care before and after the Dobbs decision, focusing on how patient navigators can help. The Dobbs ruling increased barriers like cost, knowledge, and logistics, making abortion harder to access. Patient navigators help by coordinating resources, which has been shown to improve reproductive outcomes, support patients, and … [Read more...] about Patient navigation in reproductive healthcare
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Maternal Mortality and Healthcare Disparities: Addressing Systemic Inequities in Underserved Communities
Maternal mortality remains a serious issue, especially in underserved communities. Women from marginalized groups, including Black, Indigenous, and rural communities, face higher risks due to limited healthcare access, socioeconomic challenges, and racial bias in healthcare. This review examines these disparities, highlighting the impact of poverty, lack of infrastructure, and … [Read more...] about Maternal Mortality and Healthcare Disparities: Addressing Systemic Inequities in Underserved Communities
Insufficient Awareness Regarding Anemia Prevention during Pregnancy among Expectant Women in Uganda
Anemia in pregnancy affects 30-50% of Ugandan mothers, raising risks for preterm birth, low birth weight, and maternal death. Many women lack awareness of anemia prevention, which is impacted by factors like poor nutrition, chronic infections, limited healthcare, and cultural beliefs. This review looks at anemia types, causes, effects, and current prevention methods, such as … [Read more...] about Insufficient Awareness Regarding Anemia Prevention during Pregnancy among Expectant Women in Uganda
A Review of Community Health Worker Interventions for Latinx/o/a Individuals With Unhealthy Alcohol Use
This study investigates the role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in addressing unhealthy alcohol use (UAU) among Latinx/o/a individuals in the US. It finds limited literature on CHW interventions for UAU, mostly focused on men. While CHWs show promise in increasing awareness and satisfaction, alcohol-related outcomes remain largely unchanged. Future research should explore … [Read more...] about A Review of Community Health Worker Interventions for Latinx/o/a Individuals With Unhealthy Alcohol Use
Expanded roles of community health workers beyond malaria in the Asia-Pacific: A systematic review
In the Greater Mekong Subregion, community health workers (CHWs) play a crucial role in fighting malaria. With malaria cases dropping, there’s interest in expanding CHWs’ roles beyond malaria to keep services going. This review looked at 29 programs in the Asia Pacific where CHWs handle malaria and other health needs. Key factors for success include strong training, community … [Read more...] about Expanded roles of community health workers beyond malaria in the Asia-Pacific: A systematic review