This review looked at whether community health workers can help prevent and reduce depression during pregnancy and after birth in sub-Saharan Africa. Across 16 studies, programs led by community health workers lowered the risk of depressed mood in the first year after childbirth and reduced symptoms among women who were already struggling. The benefits were seen in the first … [Read more...] about How effective are community health workers in managing and preventing perinatal depression in sub-Saharan Africa? A systematic review of quantitative evidence
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Factors Influencing Community Members’ Perception of Primary Health Care Services Delivered by Community Health Workers in Rural Areas: A Systematic Review
This review looked at what shapes how rural communities view the services provided by community health workers. After analyzing studies from 15 countries, three main factors stood out. First, how services are delivered; such as availability, access, and quality; strongly affects perception. Second, trust matters, including whether community members see CHWs as competent and … [Read more...] about Factors Influencing Community Members’ Perception of Primary Health Care Services Delivered by Community Health Workers in Rural Areas: A Systematic Review
Community Health Agents in the Family Health Strategy: 30 years of resistance and achievements
This article reviews 30 years of Community Health Agents (CHAs) in Brazil’s Family Health Strategy, showing how they helped strengthen primary health care within the public health system (SUS). Over time, CHAs became a regulated profession, but their work faces challenges, including balancing administrative tasks with community care, reduced team presence, exposure to violence, … [Read more...] about Community Health Agents in the Family Health Strategy: 30 years of resistance and achievements
Impact of a Community Health Worker and Pharmacist Led Vaccine Gap Closure Program in Missouri
This study looked at a Missouri program where pharmacists and community health workers brought vaccines into communities instead of waiting for people to visit clinics. The program reached over 9,000 adults, many of whom faced money problems or trouble accessing care. Most people received at least one vaccine, and counseling helped many who were unsure decide to get vaccinated. … [Read more...] about Impact of a Community Health Worker and Pharmacist Led Vaccine Gap Closure Program in Missouri
Community Health Worker Program Characteristics and Population Health Outcomes: A Scoping Review
This review looked at how different community health worker programs are set up and how that affects results. It found that programs work best when workers receive strong support, clear guidance, and the right tools. Simply training workers or adding technology is not enough on its own. Home visits, team-based care, and models that mix in remote support showed the strongest … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker Program Characteristics and Population Health Outcomes: A Scoping Review