Community Health Workers (BHWs) in the Philippines play a key role in connecting remote areas to healthcare, but face challenges like limited training and resources. This study created and tested a training program to improve BHWs' skills in Occidental Mindoro. The results showed that the training led to significant improvements in their knowledge and abilities, demonstrating … [Read more...] about Development of the training program on retooling barangay health workers in Occidental Mindoro, Philippines
Qualitative
Assessing the physical activity training needs and preferences of community health workers in South Africa
This study explored the interest of South African community health promoters (CHPs) in promoting physical activity (PA). Most CHPs saw PA as important for health and part of their job, though few knew the correct PA guidelines. Nearly all wanted more training to improve their skills and apply it in their work. Focus groups highlighted the need for ongoing training, structured … [Read more...] about Assessing the physical activity training needs and preferences of community health workers in South Africa
Community health worker and caregiver experiences and perceptions of a multimodal handheld pulse oximeter used in sick child consultations in rural Burundi: A qualitative evaluation
This study explored the use of pulse oximeters by community health workers (CHWs) in rural Burundi to help diagnose childhood illnesses like pneumonia. CHWs were trained to use the oximeters during home visits for children aged 6-59 months. After eight weeks, CHWs and caregivers reported that the devices were useful and easy to store, but there were challenges in using the … [Read more...] about Community health worker and caregiver experiences and perceptions of a multimodal handheld pulse oximeter used in sick child consultations in rural Burundi: A qualitative evaluation
Comorbidities And Reducing InEquitieS (CARES): Feasibility of self-monitoring and community health worker support in management of comorbidities among Black breast and prostate cancer patients
This study aimed to test if self-monitoring and support from community health workers (CHWs) could help Black individuals with breast or prostate cancer manage other health conditions like hypertension and diabetes. 61 patients participated, using a home device to track blood pressure (BP) and blood glucose (BG) levels over six months. Most participants were able to regularly … [Read more...] about Comorbidities And Reducing InEquitieS (CARES): Feasibility of self-monitoring and community health worker support in management of comorbidities among Black breast and prostate cancer patients
National Primary Care Policy (2017) and the roles of community health workers
This study examines the new roles of community health workers (CHWs) as outlined in Brazil's 2017 National Primary Care Policy, from the viewpoints of nurses and CHWs. Interviews were conducted between 2021 and 2022. Some professionals believe the new roles give CHWs more autonomy and recognition, while others worry it could reduce the uniqueness of their work or lead to … [Read more...] about National Primary Care Policy (2017) and the roles of community health workers