In Nepal, Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs), (local women chosen by their communities), play a key role in delivering healthcare and education, especially in remote areas. Working closely with women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs), they help improve health by sharing knowledge, connecting people to services, and supporting community-led action. This teamwork is an example … [Read more...] about Beyond Doctors and Hospitals: Nepal’s Female Community Health Volunteer Model -A New Paradigm for Global Health
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Effect of trust in village health workers on the use of facility-based follow-up postnatal care services in two districts in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
In Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR), despite high rates of antenatal care and facility births, only 19% of mothers return for follow-up postnatal care. This study found that mothers who had high trust in village health volunteers were over 12 times more likely to seek follow-up care. Key factors that helped included having an older baby and getting immediate care … [Read more...] about Effect of trust in village health workers on the use of facility-based follow-up postnatal care services in two districts in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Understanding Available Data Sources to Estimate the Size and Distribution of Community Health Workers in the United States
This study looked at national data to estimate how many Community Health Workers (CHWs) are in the U.S. and how they are spread across states. It used three data sources, which gave different numbers, ranging from 7 to 35 CHWs per 100,000 people. The study also checked if states with CHW certification or payment programs had more CHWs but found no clear difference. More … [Read more...] about Understanding Available Data Sources to Estimate the Size and Distribution of Community Health Workers in the United States
Empowering Community Health Workers With Scripted Medicine: Design Science Research Study
This study developed and tested a new mobile health tool called Scripted Medicine to help community health workers (CHWs) in Lesotho take on more responsibilities in caring for chronic diseases. The tool uses clear medical guidelines and social communication scripts to teach CHWs both medical and counseling skills. Results showed that these tools helped CHWs feel more confident … [Read more...] about Empowering Community Health Workers With Scripted Medicine: Design Science Research Study
Field Dynamics Faced by Community Health Workers During a Public Health Crisis: A Qualitative Study of Motivations and Challenges
Because there aren’t enough healthcare workers, more Community Health Workers (CHWs) are being trained to help meet health needs. During health emergencies like COVID-19, CHWs played a key role in helping communities, despite many challenges. This study interviewed 13 CHWs in Makassar City to understand what motivates them and what challenges they face. It found that their … [Read more...] about Field Dynamics Faced by Community Health Workers During a Public Health Crisis: A Qualitative Study of Motivations and Challenges