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
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Community Health Workers: Putting “Community” in the MaineHealth Vision
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
Solving area-based problems through intellectual empowerment: a model for developing village health volunteers’ and public health officials’ competencies in producing academic work
This study aimed to improve the ability of village health volunteers (VHVs) and public health officers in Thailand to create useful academic work that can help solve local health problems. A new model, called the 5Ps (Policy, Preparation, Practice, Publication, and Positive reinforcement), was developed and tested. After using the model, both VHVs and health officers showed … [Read more...] about Solving area-based problems through intellectual empowerment: a model for developing village health volunteers’ and public health officials’ competencies in producing academic work
In depth exploration of drivers of community health workers’ performance in maternal and child health services: a multistakeholder perspective from rural Indian setting
This study looked at what affects how well community health workers (CHWs) in rural Central India do their jobs in maternal and child health. Interviews and group discussions with CHWs and their supervisors showed that their performance is shaped by three main factors: community context (like transport and local attitudes), health system issues (like irregular pay and lack of … [Read more...] about In depth exploration of drivers of community health workers’ performance in maternal and child health services: a multistakeholder perspective from rural Indian setting
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