Community Health Workers (CHWs) are becoming an important part of the MaineHealth system. Their work is helping patients stay engaged in their care and improving health outcomes. Using data from 2024 and patient feedback, this illustration shows how CHWs are making a positive difference for patients, care teams, and local communities. … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers: Putting “Community” in the MaineHealth Vision
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Sustaining Communities and Community Health Workers: Lessons Learned From Community Health Workers’ Experience During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, community health workers (CHWs) were vital in sharing health information and helping communities. To understand how to keep them motivated, 21 CHWs in New York City took part in focus groups. They said they need better mental health support, fair pay that reflects their value, and ongoing training with chances to grow in their jobs. Supporting CHWs … [Read more...] about Sustaining Communities and Community Health Workers: Lessons Learned From Community Health Workers’ Experience During the COVID-19 Pandemic
A Case Study of CHW Integration in Two Health Departments in Southern Arizona
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) are included in the work of two local health departments. Interviews with staff showed that CHWs help build trust, provide important services, and identify community needs. However, challenges like complicated hiring processes, low pay, and unclear roles make it hard to fully include CHWs. The study highlighted what is … [Read more...] about A Case Study of CHW Integration in Two Health Departments in Southern Arizona
A Case Study of CHW Integration in Two Health Departments in Southern Arizona
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) are involved in two local health departments. CHWs help build trust, provide services, raise community concerns, and address social issues. However, challenges like hiring rules, low pay, limited understanding of their role, and lack of long-term funding make their work harder. The study highlights what is needed to … [Read more...] about A Case Study of CHW Integration in Two Health Departments in Southern Arizona
Patient Navigation Increases Breast, Cervical, and Colorectal Cancer Screening Among Immigrants in the U.S.: A Systematic Review
This review looked at how patient navigation (PN) programs help increase cancer screening among immigrants in the U.S. Immigrants often get fewer cancer screenings due to barriers like language and limited knowledge of the health system. The review found that PN programs, especially those led by bilingual community health workers, greatly improved screening rates for … [Read more...] about Patient Navigation Increases Breast, Cervical, and Colorectal Cancer Screening Among Immigrants in the U.S.: A Systematic Review