Community health workers (CHWs) in China face challenges in delivering cancer health education, including low participation, poor organization, infrequent sessions, and insufficient training. To improve education, they suggest combining online and in-person sessions, offering education after screenings, integrating cancer with other health topics, workplace programs, and … [Read more...] about What are the problems and suggestions related to cancer health education in Sichuan, China? A qualitative study of community health workers (CHWs)
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Comorbidities And Reducing InEquitieS (CARES): Feasibility of self-monitoring and community health worker support in management of comorbidities among Black breast and prostate cancer patients
This study aimed to test if self-monitoring and support from community health workers (CHWs) could help Black individuals with breast or prostate cancer manage other health conditions like hypertension and diabetes. 61 patients participated, using a home device to track blood pressure (BP) and blood glucose (BG) levels over six months. Most participants were able to regularly … [Read more...] about Comorbidities And Reducing InEquitieS (CARES): Feasibility of self-monitoring and community health worker support in management of comorbidities among Black breast and prostate cancer patients