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User Journey Mapping in Community Health Work: A Case Study From Philly CEAL

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This study explored how Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Philadelphia carry out their daily work and how they could help improve a heart health programme. Interviews with seven CHWs and one supervisor showed that CHWs manage community visits, support individual clients, handle office duties, and work with supervisors. They also face challenges in their work processes and … [Read more...] about User Journey Mapping in Community Health Work: A Case Study From Philly CEAL

Implementing a research best practices training for community health workers & promotoras at multiple sites A mixed methods evaluation

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This study examined whether a peer-led training programme could help Community Health Workers (CHWs) and promotoras build skills in conducting research with communities. The programme was introduced at four additional sites, where 42 CHWs and promotoras received training. Staff from the participating organisations found the training useful, suitable, and practical to deliver. … [Read more...] about Implementing a research best practices training for community health workers & promotoras at multiple sites A mixed methods evaluation

Skin Cancer Recognition and Education Among Community Health Workers in Southern New Mexico

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This study examined whether educating promotoras, who are community health workers in New Mexico, USA, could help them recognize possible signs of melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer. Fifty-four promotoras completed a quiz using skin lesion photographs and rated their confidence before and after reading an educational flyer explaining warning signs to look for. After the … [Read more...] about Skin Cancer Recognition and Education Among Community Health Workers in Southern New Mexico

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Culturally Tailored Cardiovascular Health Training Using Life’s Essential 8 for Asian American Community Health Workers

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This study examined whether culturally tailored training could help Asian American Community Health Workers (CHWs) improve their knowledge and skills in preventing heart disease and other cardiovascular conditions. After training, 20 CHWs showed improved knowledge of heart health and better personal heart health scores. However, their confidence in counselling and motivating … [Read more...] about Evaluating the Effectiveness of Culturally Tailored Cardiovascular Health Training Using Life’s Essential 8 for Asian American Community Health Workers

Feasibility of a Church-Based, CHW-Delivered Diabetes and SDOH Intervention in a Hispanic Community: A Quasi-Experimental Study

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This study explored whether Community Health Workers (CHWs) based in Hispanic churches could help people prevent and manage diabetes by addressing barriers to healthcare. Five trained CHWs led a six-month programme involving health education, regular phone-based support, and help accessing medical services. Among 47 participants, access to health insurance, regular healthcare, … [Read more...] about Feasibility of a Church-Based, CHW-Delivered Diabetes and SDOH Intervention in a Hispanic Community: A Quasi-Experimental Study