This program in Missouri added community health worker (CHW) training to pharmacy technicians to help improve vaccination rates. In just six months, it showed promising results, including better vaccine coverage, increased pharmacy revenue, and lower healthcare costs. Pharmacy staff found the program helpful, especially the training and support provided. The main challenges … [Read more...] about Leading Vaccine Gap Closure with Community Health Workers: The CPESN Missouri Health Equity Approach
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Examining the Preliminary Effectiveness on Knowledge of a Tobacco Cessation Facilitator Training for Community Health Workers
This study looked at how a special training program called C.H.A.N.G.E. helped community health workers (CHWs) in Chicago improve their knowledge about helping people quit tobacco. The program focused on serving people with low incomes, who often have less access to support. Before the training, CHWs knew little about tobacco cessation, but their knowledge improved a lot … [Read more...] about Examining the Preliminary Effectiveness on Knowledge of a Tobacco Cessation Facilitator Training for Community Health Workers
Community Health Workers’ Lived Experience of Using Videoconferencing With Community Members
This study looked at how rural community health workers in the U.S. used videoconferencing during COVID-19 to stay connected with underserved communities. Interviews with health workers showed that videoconferencing helped them communicate better, deliver services, and support each other during the crisis. The findings suggest that training community health workers to use … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers’ Lived Experience of Using Videoconferencing With Community Members
Exploring Sleep Beliefs, Attitudes and Behaviors in Women of Color Through the Lens of Community Health Workers
Community health workers (CHWs) play an important role in helping underserved communities learn about and improve their sleep health. This study spoke with 77 female CHWs from different cultural backgrounds to understand how their communities view sleep. Many said people often put family and community responsibilities ahead of getting good sleep. Some also faced cultural and … [Read more...] about Exploring Sleep Beliefs, Attitudes and Behaviors in Women of Color Through the Lens of Community Health Workers
Community Health Workers
Community health workers (CHWs) are trusted caregivers from the communities they serve. They help fill health care gaps and support people beyond clinic walls. Despite their important role, CHWs often face challenges like low pay, safety concerns, discrimination, and lack of support. Anthropologists have studied these problems and offered ideas to improve CHWs' working … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers