This study evaluated a training program in Pakistan that improved community health workers' ability to identify and address anxiety and depression. Lady Health Workers (LHWs) and Supervisors (LHSs) received training adapted to the local context. After the training, participants showed significant improvements in knowledge and skills. The program highlights the potential for … [Read more...] about Where there is no specialist – Improving Mental Health Literacy of Frontline Community Health Workers in a Rural District of Pakistan: The mPareshan Project
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Narrative exposure therapy in a child protection context: Breaking intergenerational cycles by providing a pathway through past trauma
This paper explores the use of Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) to help parents involved in the child protection system process past trauma. Parents in these systems often carry their own trauma, which can affect their ability to engage in child protection services. NET is a therapy model that has helped people with severe trauma regain control of their lives, and it has been … [Read more...] about Narrative exposure therapy in a child protection context: Breaking intergenerational cycles by providing a pathway through past trauma
Closing Gaps to Address Lifespan Health: Considerations for Developing a Preconception Healthcare Training for Community Health Workers
This project assessed the knowledge of Michigan community health workers (CHWs) about preconception healthcare. A survey revealed that CHWs had low self-reported knowledge on the topic but faced few barriers to including it in their work. The findings highlight the need for tailored training to help CHWs raise awareness and address preconception health in their communities. … [Read more...] about Closing Gaps to Address Lifespan Health: Considerations for Developing a Preconception Healthcare Training for Community Health Workers
Long-acting preexposure prophylaxis: early data on roll-out in the United States
Long-acting PrEP (LA-PrEP) like CAB-LA shows promise for reducing HIV, but its use remains limited, especially outside the U.S., due to barriers like insurance and access. Early clinic models with multidisciplinary support have been successful, and innovative delivery methods, such as community health worker programs and telehealth, are being explored. Expanding equitable … [Read more...] about Long-acting preexposure prophylaxis: early data on roll-out in the United States
Improving HPV vaccine acceptance through peer-to-peer education among adolescent girls in the urban poor settings of Kisenyi, Kampala, Uganda
In Uganda, HPV vaccine uptake among adolescent girls remains low, especially in urban poor settings. To address this, a pilot peer-to-peer education program was implemented in Kampala's Kisenyi slums. Trained adolescent peer educators (APEs) shared health messages about the HPV vaccine with their unvaccinated peers, encouraging uptake. Over 12 weeks, 177 girls received the … [Read more...] about Improving HPV vaccine acceptance through peer-to-peer education among adolescent girls in the urban poor settings of Kisenyi, Kampala, Uganda