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Assessing the Understandability and Actionability of Education Materials for Agricultural Workers’ Health

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This study looked at health education materials used by community health workers and Extension agents to teach farmworkers. Researchers reviewed 602 materials in English and Spanish from across the U.S. and rated how easy they were to understand and use. Most materials were handouts, brochures, or posters, and scored well overall. However, some topics had fewer resources, and … [Read more...] about Assessing the Understandability and Actionability of Education Materials for Agricultural Workers’ Health

The effect of a combined mHealth and community health worker intervention on HIV self-management

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This study analyzed data from a trial evaluating CHAMPS, a mobile health intervention with community health worker support, to improve HIV self-management in New York City and Birmingham. Findings showed that missing medical appointments, uncertainty about care access, and poor medication adherence were linked to lower self-management. In NYC, CHAMPS significantly improved … [Read more...] about The effect of a combined mHealth and community health worker intervention on HIV self-management

Gonorrhea and Early Syphilis Treatment Practices Among Community Health Care Providers in Baltimore City, Maryland

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This study assessed how well community healthcare providers (CHPs) in Baltimore treated gonorrhea and early syphilis (ES) based on CDC guidelines. Data from 2018–2019 showed that while most providers followed correct treatment protocols, many did not meet goals for treating all diagnosed cases, especially for gonorrhea. High-volume clinics were less likely to meet treatment … [Read more...] about Gonorrhea and Early Syphilis Treatment Practices Among Community Health Care Providers in Baltimore City, Maryland