This study investigated the impact of a Community Health Worker (CHW) program on diabetes management during the COVID-19 pandemic, in Indianapolis Neighborhoods. Results showed that patients with CHWs had better glucose control and fewer diabetes-related complications compared to those without CHWs, both before and during the pandemic. The CHW program helped patients maintain … [Read more...] about Impact of community health workers on diabetes management in an urban United States Community with high diabetes burden through the COVID pandemic
Review
Young Infants Clinical Signs Study 8-sign Algorithm for Identification of Sick Infants Adapted for Routine Home Visits: A Systematic Review and Critical Appraisal of its Measurement Properties
The Young Infants Clinical Signs Study (YICSS)-home algorithm is a practical tool for identifying sick infants during community health worker (CHW) home visits. While it shows good sensibility and reliability, it has limitations. It was originally developed for health facility use, lacking assessment of inter-CHW reliability and construct validity. Future research should … [Read more...] about Young Infants Clinical Signs Study 8-sign Algorithm for Identification of Sick Infants Adapted for Routine Home Visits: A Systematic Review and Critical Appraisal of its Measurement Properties
Scoping review of interventions to improve continuity of postdischarge care for newborns in LMICs
The first 28 days of life are critical for newborns, with millions of deaths occurring globally, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Efforts to reduce neonatal mortality focus on improving care continuity after discharge from healthcare facilities. This review examined interventions in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) aimed at enhancing post-discharge care for newborns. … [Read more...] about Scoping review of interventions to improve continuity of postdischarge care for newborns in LMICs
Design and Evaluation of Peer Supervision for Community Mental Health Workers: A Task-Shifting Strategy in Low-Resource Settings
In low-resource settings with significant mental health treatment gaps, Lay Mental Health Workers (LMHWs) are utilized to improve access to care. This study evaluated a pilot program in Kerala, India, implementing peer supervision for LMHWs based on Social Cognitive Theories of Self-Efficacy. Experienced LMHWs supervised 12 peers, leading to improved performance and emotional … [Read more...] about Design and Evaluation of Peer Supervision for Community Mental Health Workers: A Task-Shifting Strategy in Low-Resource Settings
Editorial: Strengthening the Community Health Worker Practice
This study analyzes trends in CHW strengthening efforts and features a series of papers on topics including recruitment, CHW capacity building; organizational and system readiness for CHW integration. CHWs served in direct roles in the projects and programs as well as in the writing as co-authors and contributors of the manuscripts. … [Read more...] about Editorial: Strengthening the Community Health Worker Practice