The objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of epilepsy with Tonic-Clonic (TC) seizures in rural areas of the Bolivian Gran Chaco and to evaluate the usefulness of telemedicine in this context. Research was carried out in the Isozo Area of southern-eastern Bolivia, where a survey was conducted with rural community members. Trained CHWs also administered a … [Read more...] about Prevalence of epilepsy in the rural area of the Bolivian Gran Chaco: Usefulness of telemedicine and impact of awareness campaigns
Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
What makes community health worker models for tuberculosis active case finding work? A cross-sectional study of TB REACH projects to identify success factors for increasing case notifications
The aim of this cross-sectional study was to analyze data from the TB REACH initiative, which has supported interventions using CHWs to deliver TB care in over 30 countries, to address key knowledge gaps in CHW networks. A survey was conducted to understand projects’ practices on CHW recruitment, training, activities, supervision, compensation, and sustainability. The results … [Read more...] about What makes community health worker models for tuberculosis active case finding work? A cross-sectional study of TB REACH projects to identify success factors for increasing case notifications
COVID-19 and health promotion in Brazil: community health workers between vulnerability and resistance
In this article, authors examine how community health workers in Brazil were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers utilized three data collection methods: online surveys disseminated through social media, an online Facebook discussion forum, and in-depth interviews with two CHW union representatives. After analysis, researchers found that CHWs faced increased … [Read more...] about COVID-19 and health promotion in Brazil: community health workers between vulnerability and resistance
Violence in the neighborhood and mental health of community health workers in a Brazilian metropolis
This study sought to analyze the relationships between adverse working conditions and dimensions of localized violence on the prevalence of common mental disorders (CMD) among CHWs in Brazil. Information was collected with a self-report questionnaire containing items such as sociodemographic data, work-related violence, and mental health care. The results showed that the work … [Read more...] about Violence in the neighborhood and mental health of community health workers in a Brazilian metropolis
Serological and vaccine evaluation for hepatitis B among Community Health Workers
The aim of this study was to identify vaccination and serological status against hepatitis B among community health workers (CHWs). In addition, researchers vaccinated eligible CHWs against hepatitis B virus to evaluate the immune response of susceptible workers. The vaccination and serological status of CHWs was determined through a self-administered questionnaire, checking of … [Read more...] about Serological and vaccine evaluation for hepatitis B among Community Health Workers