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Public health surveillance through community health workers: a scoping review of evidence from 25 low-income and middle-income countries

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This review examines the roles, impacts, and challenges of community health workers (CHWs) in public health surveillance across 25 low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). CHWs play a significant role in disease control by engaging communities, gathering data, conducting screenings, and promoting health education. Their involvement, often facilitated by technology, improves … [Read more...] about Public health surveillance through community health workers: a scoping review of evidence from 25 low-income and middle-income countries

Empowering Community Health Worker to Reduce Stunting Among Toddlers Systematic Review

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This systematic review examines the impact of empowering Community Health Workers (CHWs) on reducing stunting in toddlers. Seven articles were found, indicating that the CHW approach influences stunting reduction. Although not statistically significant, CHW home visit interventions show positive effects on Height for Ages z Score (HAZs) and stunting reduction. Overall, … [Read more...] about Empowering Community Health Worker to Reduce Stunting Among Toddlers Systematic Review

COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

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This scoping review examines the role of community health workers (CHWs) in chronic kidney disease (CKD) care. Analysis of 23 studies from 10 countries revealed CHWs' involvement in CKD diagnosis, health education, and patient navigation, primarily in home or clinic settings. Training was common among CHWs, indicating their potential to improve CKD care globally. However, … [Read more...] about COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

The role of community health workers in promoting oral health at school settings: A scoping review

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This scoping review examined the role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in oral health interventions in school settings. It included eleven articles from various databases. While only one study specifically focused on CHW involvement, others involved teachers or peer learners. Interventions ranged from screenings to education. Outcomes included increased access to oral health … [Read more...] about The role of community health workers in promoting oral health at school settings: A scoping review

Community Health Workers as Vaccinators: A Rapid Review of the Global Landscape, 2000–2021

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This rapid review explores the feasibility of community health workers (CHWs) administering vaccines to expand immunization access in under-reached communities. It identified 23 CHW cadres in 20 countries administering vaccines, facing challenges like inadequate training, supply chain issues, and heavy workload. To enhance immunization coverage, countries should ensure CHWs … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers as Vaccinators: A Rapid Review of the Global Landscape, 2000–2021