This study developed and tested a 5-day training program for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), female community health workers in India, focusing on non-communicable diseases (NCDs). In a randomized trial in Tehri-Garhwal district, 36 ASHAs participated. The program significantly increased NCD knowledge among ASHAs compared to controls. ASHAs in the intervention group … [Read more...] about Development and evaluation of a training program on non-communicable diseases to empower community health workers in rural India
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Group-based Education and monitoring program delivered by community health workers to improve control of high blood pressure in island districts of lake victoria, Uganda
This study aimed to address high blood pressure (BP) in remote communities of Uganda by training community health workers (CHWs) to screen and educate residents. In 42 randomly selected villages, CHWs measured BP and invited adults for screening. Those with high BP joined support groups for self-management and lifestyle education. Among 2,016 participants, 28.3% had high BP, … [Read more...] about Group-based Education and monitoring program delivered by community health workers to improve control of high blood pressure in island districts of lake victoria, Uganda
Results from the Delivery of a Community Health Worker Training to Advance Competencies in Cancer Genomics
Fewer than half of eligible Black women are assessed for genetic cancer risk, and only 28% follow through with preventive measures. Community health workers (CHWs) can bridge the gap between health systems and the community but are often overlooked in genetic risk assessment. To address this, this study developed an online training program called KEEP IT (Keeping Each other … [Read more...] about Results from the Delivery of a Community Health Worker Training to Advance Competencies in Cancer Genomics
Holistic Approach for the Early Detection of Oral Cancer: A Comprehensive Training Module
This study aimed to educate Community Health Workers (CHWs) in India on early oral cancer detection to reduce the disease burden. A total of 178 participants were divided into two groups: one focused on screening and prevention, and the other on advanced diagnostics, AI-enabled tools, and patient care for Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders. Pre- and post-training assessments … [Read more...] about Holistic Approach for the Early Detection of Oral Cancer: A Comprehensive Training Module
Community health worker perspectives on advocacy: design-based research to develop a digital advocacy training course
In this study, the authors explored how participation in curriculum-development workshops for a digital advocacy course influenced the perceptions of community health workers (CHWs) regarding advocacy. Data from discussions and surveys over six months involving 25 CHWs revealed an initial perception of themselves as community advocates but not self-advocates. However, they … [Read more...] about Community health worker perspectives on advocacy: design-based research to develop a digital advocacy training course