This paper reviews the introduction of ten Community Health and Well-being Workers (CHWWs) at four pilot sites in Cornwall from June 2022 to June 2023. By joining an established social prescribing system, CHWWs quickly integrated, sharing training, office space, and management structures with existing social prescribers. Key challenges included adapting voluntary sector staff … [Read more...] about Piloting a community health and well-being worker model in Cornwall: a guide for implementation and spread
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A qualitative exploration of the implementation facilitators and challenges of a community health worker program to address health disparities for people recently released from incarceration using the consolidated framework for implementation research
This study explored how a New York City program, the Health Justice Network (NYC HJN), connects people with justice involvement to health and social services through community health workers (CHWs). Interviews with CHWs and staff revealed that CHWs’ lived experience, the program’s flexible requirements, and its focus on participants’ needs helped make the program successful. … [Read more...] about A qualitative exploration of the implementation facilitators and challenges of a community health worker program to address health disparities for people recently released from incarceration using the consolidated framework for implementation research
An evaluation of community acceptability and adoption of the community-based TB care program using the diffusion of innovation model
Community-based TB care in Gondar, Ethiopia, led by health extension workers (HEWs), has shown promise in early TB diagnosis, prevention, and improved treatment outcomes. This study explored how well the program was accepted and adopted within the community. HEWs' outreach efforts made the program more compatible with community needs, but challenges such as limited support, … [Read more...] about An evaluation of community acceptability and adoption of the community-based TB care program using the diffusion of innovation model
Exploring the integration of Indigenous traditional birth attendants into the western healthcare system: A qualitative case study from the Amazon of Ecuador
Indigenous communities in Latin America often face challenges accessing Western healthcare, despite valuing traditional medicine. In Ecuador’s Amazon region, efforts have been made to integrate Indigenous traditional birth attendants (TBAs) into the Western healthcare system. This study explored this integration, highlighting that while initial skepticism existed, mutual … [Read more...] about Exploring the integration of Indigenous traditional birth attendants into the western healthcare system: A qualitative case study from the Amazon of Ecuador
Promotion of Healthy and Adequate Food in a rural territory: pathways to reflection and praxis with Community Health Workers
Access to adequate and healthy food is a basic human right, yet rural communities often face more challenges with food insecurity due to resource inequalities. This study explores the role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in addressing these challenges in rural areas of the Federal District. Using Culture Circles, four CHWs discussed their views on healthy eating and the … [Read more...] about Promotion of Healthy and Adequate Food in a rural territory: pathways to reflection and praxis with Community Health Workers