This study explored how community health workers (CHWs) in South Africa see their role in supporting people with diabetes. Through group discussions with 32 CHWs in Tshwane District, researchers found that their main work involves health education on diet, lifestyle, medication, family involvement, and self-care. CHWs also help with screening, follow-up, and referrals. The … [Read more...] about Building community capacity in diabetes care: Perspectives of community health workers
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Feasibility and Acceptability of Diabetes and Hypertension Screening and Diagnosis by Community Health Workers in Rural Lesotho: A Mixed‑Methods Pilot Study
In rural Lesotho, a pilot study tested whether community health workers (CHWs) could screen people for high blood pressure and diabetes in their homes. Ten CHWs visited 687 households and screened over 1,800 people. About 27% had high blood pressure, and around 5% had diabetes. Community members welcomed the screenings and trusted the CHWs. The study showed that CHW-led testing … [Read more...] about Feasibility and Acceptability of Diabetes and Hypertension Screening and Diagnosis by Community Health Workers in Rural Lesotho: A Mixed‑Methods Pilot Study
The Role of Community Health Workers in Improving Diabetes Device Use Among Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: A Web-Based Qualitative Study Using Human-Centered Design With Clinicians
Black and Hispanic youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D) by seeking input from diabetes and school clinicians. Through web-based workshops using a human-centered design approach, the researchers identified key challenges faced by both families and clinicians. Clinicians reported that families struggled with health-related social needs, navigating the healthcare system, and managing … [Read more...] about The Role of Community Health Workers in Improving Diabetes Device Use Among Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: A Web-Based Qualitative Study Using Human-Centered Design With Clinicians
Diet Quality Among Community Members With Diabetes and Food Insecurity in Northwest Arkansas: Comparison Across 3 Racial/Ethnic Groups
This study looked at diet quality among Hispanic, Marshallese, and White adults with type 2 diabetes who experience food insecurity in Arkansas. Using dietary recalls collected by community health workers, researchers found that Hispanic participants had the highest diet quality scores, followed by Marshallese, then White participants. The findings suggest that nutrition … [Read more...] about Diet Quality Among Community Members With Diabetes and Food Insecurity in Northwest Arkansas: Comparison Across 3 Racial/Ethnic Groups
Community health worker interventions in diabetes and depression: meta-analysis
This review analyzed studies on whether community health workers (CHWs) help people with both diabetes and depression. Results showed that CHW support led to small improvements in depression and blood sugar levels, but the changes were not statistically significant. Even so, the evidence suggests CHWs can still benefit vulnerable groups by offering culturally tailored support … [Read more...] about Community health worker interventions in diabetes and depression: meta-analysis