This study highlights the crucial role of ASHA workers, female health activists in India, in improving healthcare access and outcomes. ASHAs serve as vital links between communities and healthcare services, contributing to programs like Janani Suraksha Yojna and Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram. Through secondary data analysis, the research shows that ASHAs have significantly … [Read more...] about Empowering Health sector: The Integral Role of Women, with Special Reference to Asha Workers in Nation Building
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Interventions Related to Empowering Community Health Workers for Improving Community Health: A Systematic Review
This review looked at ways to empower Community Health Workers (CHWs) around the world. It examined 122 studies and selected 13 that were most relevant. Traditional methods like lectures and seminars, along with newer tools like the internet, cell phones, and mobile apps, were used to support CHWs. The review highlights the growing use of technology to strengthen CHWs, offering … [Read more...] about Interventions Related to Empowering Community Health Workers for Improving Community Health: A Systematic Review
Effective community-based interventions to prevent and control infectious diseases in urban informal settlements in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review
This systematic review examined community-based interventions (CBIs) aimed at preventing infectious diseases among the urban poor in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Following strict guidelines, researchers reviewed 18,260 papers and found 20 studies that met their criteria, focusing on various diseases such as tuberculosis, diarrhea, dengue, hepatitis, and COVID-19. … [Read more...] about Effective community-based interventions to prevent and control infectious diseases in urban informal settlements in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review
Patient navigator programmes for children and adolescents with chronic diseases
Despite the rise in chronic diseases among children and teens, there is limited evidence on the effectiveness of patient navigator programs designed to help them manage these conditions. This review of 17 studies found that patient navigators, who guide patients and their families through healthcare systems, may not significantly improve quality of life or reduce hospital … [Read more...] about Patient navigator programmes for children and adolescents with chronic diseases
Blood pressure reduction interventions is most effectively led by community health care workers and pharmacists.
This study published in Circulation found that blood pressure (BP) interventions are most effective when led by pharmacists and community health workers. Researchers reviewed 100 trials involving over 90,000 people with high blood pressure. Pharmacist-led interventions reduced systolic BP by 7.3 mm Hg and diastolic BP by 3.9 mm Hg. Community health workers also showed strong … [Read more...] about Blood pressure reduction interventions is most effectively led by community health care workers and pharmacists.