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Santiago Santi, Naporuna indigenous community health worker from the Amazonian region of Ecuador

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Santiago Santi, a member of the Naporuna ethnic group in Ecuador's Amazon region, has been a volunteer Community Health Worker (CHW) for 30 years. He recently published his memoir, "I Know Where I Come From, I Don't Know Where I'm Going." Santiago co-founded the "Asociación de promotores de salud Naporunas Sandi Yura," now 30 years old and the largest CHW movement in Ecuador, … [Read more...] about Santiago Santi, Naporuna indigenous community health worker from the Amazonian region of Ecuador

Interventions Related to Empowering Community Health Workers for Improving Community Health: A Systematic Review

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This review looked at ways to empower Community Health Workers (CHWs) around the world. It examined 122 studies and selected 13 that were most relevant. Traditional methods like lectures and seminars, along with newer tools like the internet, cell phones, and mobile apps, were used to support CHWs. The review highlights the growing use of technology to strengthen CHWs, offering … [Read more...] about Interventions Related to Empowering Community Health Workers for Improving Community Health: A Systematic Review

Transition and change: opportunities and challenges of CHW programme reform for community health systems and vertical disease programmes in Liberia

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Community health worker (CHW) programs are essential for addressing health worker shortages and promoting universal health coverage. In Liberia, the Ministry of Health launched a National Community Health Services Policy in 2016 to reform CHW programs and improve health workforce capacity. This study investigates how these reforms affected CHWs involved in delivering Neglected … [Read more...] about Transition and change: opportunities and challenges of CHW programme reform for community health systems and vertical disease programmes in Liberia

Community Health Workers-An overview

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Arkansas can enhance its healthcare by investing in community health workers (CHWs), who are often overlooked but play a crucial role in connecting healthcare providers with local communities. These frontline workers are usually from the communities they serve and have the skills to address local health needs. This updated explainer covers the role of CHWs, their training and … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers-An overview