This study looked at how COVID-19 and immigration enforcement together affected the health of Latino immigrant communities, based on the experiences of community health workers. It found that fear, distrust, and reduced access to services continued even after the pandemic, making it harder for people to seek care. Community health workers helped build trust and adapt support, … [Read more...] about “We’re Worse off Now Than During COVID”: Community Health Workers’ Perspectives on Intensifying Immigration Enforcement as Cascading Crisis
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Community Health Workers Play an Important Role in Improving Health
Community health workers are trusted members of the health system who help people improve their health, change behaviors, and access services like food, transport, and care. They play a key role in supporting people with chronic diseases and addressing social challenges that affect health. Examples from health programs show that when community health workers are involved, … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers Play an Important Role in Improving Health
WHO guideline on health policy and system support to optimize community health worker programmes
This WHO guideline explains how to better support and use community health workers to strengthen health systems and improve access to care. It highlights that health worker shortages and uneven support for CHWs are major challenges, and that well-planned programs can help address these gaps. The guide stresses the need to understand community needs, properly train and support … [Read more...] about WHO guideline on health policy and system support to optimize community health worker programmes
Integrating community health workers into health systems: a step-by-step policy implementation guide
This guide explains how to bring community health workers into the health system in a clear and organized way. It walks decision-makers through key steps like understanding the current situation, involving the right people, setting goals, planning how to manage and fund the program, designing it to work in different situations, and tracking progress. The aim is to help … [Read more...] about Integrating community health workers into health systems: a step-by-step policy implementation guide
The case for community health workers in high-income countries
Health systems in wealthy countries are under strain from ageing populations, staff shortages, and rising costs. Community health workers can help by improving access to care, supporting people with social needs, and keeping care connected in the community. While interest in these roles is growing, most programs are small, short-term, and poorly funded. This paper argues that … [Read more...] about The case for community health workers in high-income countries
