This study tested whether community health workers could help Hispanic and Latino patients on dialysis manage fluid intake better. Patients who received regular, culturally tailored support from CHWs had lower weight gain between dialysis sessions, missed or shortened fewer sessions, and felt more confident managing their care compared to those who received standard care. The … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker Support for Hispanic and Latino Individuals Receiving Hemodialysis: The Navigate-Kidney Randomized Clinical Trial
North America (U.S. and Canada)
Non-Randomized Pre-Post Testing to Evaluate Knowledge of Community Health Workers on Chronic Diseases After Asynchronous Online Training
This study tested online, self-paced training on chronic diseases for community health workers in Maryland. CHWs completed short lessons on hypertension, cholesterol, and diabetes and took tests before and after the training. Scores improved across all topics, showing that CHWs learned more after the course. The findings suggest that online training that CHWs can complete in … [Read more...] about Non-Randomized Pre-Post Testing to Evaluate Knowledge of Community Health Workers on Chronic Diseases After Asynchronous Online Training
Program Outcomes from a Novel Outreach Network to Increase Breast Cancer Screening Uptake in Washington, DC
After COVID-19, many women from minority communities delayed breast cancer screening. To address this, the GW Cancer Center trained local residents to become Neighborhood Health Ambassadors who completed CHW training and a practicum, then carried out outreach and education in their own neighborhoods. Over one year, these ambassadors reached more than two thousand people across … [Read more...] about Program Outcomes from a Novel Outreach Network to Increase Breast Cancer Screening Uptake in Washington, DC
Evaluating the implementation and sustainment potential of a pharmacy-embedded community health worker model
This study looked at how well a program worked that placed community health workers inside rural pharmacies in Arkansas. Most CHWs and pharmacy supervisors said the model fit well, was practical, and made sense in their setting. CHWs were satisfied with their roles, and supervisors saw clear benefits for patients. Helpful factors included strong community need, supportive … [Read more...] about Evaluating the implementation and sustainment potential of a pharmacy-embedded community health worker model
Safe Patient Handling Musculoskeletal Injury-Prevention Smartphone App for Community Health Care Workers: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study
This study developed and tested the SPH MSIP smartphone app to help community health care workers handle patients safely and prevent musculoskeletal injuries. Through co-design with workers, the app provides step-by-step guidance for high-risk tasks. In a one-month trial with 28 participants, the app was easy to use, useful, and well-received. Results suggest it can support … [Read more...] about Safe Patient Handling Musculoskeletal Injury-Prevention Smartphone App for Community Health Care Workers: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study