This toolkit highlights how Community Health Workers (CHWs) are creating effective, culturally rooted health solutions for Native communities. Drawing on surveys, interviews, and listening sessions, the toolkit shares what’s working, showcases CHW-led programs, and offers guidance for partners supporting this work. It emphasizes the importance of honoring Native traditions, … [Read more...] about What Works In CHW Approaches And Innovation Serving Native Americans And Alaska Natives
CHW Role
Community Health Workers as Key Providers of Easy-to-Use Contraceptive Injectables
This study tested what happens when trained community health workers are allowed to give women a new type of birth control shot during home visits. The number of shots given went up by about 70%. However, overall birth control use didn’t increase much, since many women chose the shots instead of longer-lasting options like implants or IUDs. … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers as Key Providers of Easy-to-Use Contraceptive Injectables
Impact of Preschool Hearing Screening in Low-Income Communities: Program Outcomes and Caregiver Perspectives
This study looked at a preschool hearing screening program in a low- and middle-income country, led by community health workers. Over 21 months, more than 13,000 children were screened, and 6% were referred for more testing. Nearly half of those referred were found to have hearing loss. Caregivers strongly supported the program, especially when screenings happened in … [Read more...] about Impact of Preschool Hearing Screening in Low-Income Communities: Program Outcomes and Caregiver Perspectives
The effectiveness of a community-based online low-glycaemic index diet and lifestyle recommendations intervention for people with type 2 diabetes a randomized controlled trial
This study tested an online health program for people with type 2 diabetes in China. Patients received dietary and health tips through a hospital’s WeChat account, with support from community health workers. They also shared daily meal photos, tracked blood sugar, and chatted with the care team. After three months, those in the program had better blood sugar control, lost … [Read more...] about The effectiveness of a community-based online low-glycaemic index diet and lifestyle recommendations intervention for people with type 2 diabetes a randomized controlled trial
An Innovative Place-Based, Neighborhood-Level Approach to Address Health Disparities in Medically Underserved Areas of Memphis, TN
This pilot study looked at a health program in Memphis, Tennessee, that brought health coaching directly into underserved neighborhoods. The program reached people through events, walk-ins, door-to-door visits, and phone calls. Many participants had health issues like high blood pressure, obesity, or high blood sugar, and some didn’t have a regular doctor. Health coaches … [Read more...] about An Innovative Place-Based, Neighborhood-Level Approach to Address Health Disparities in Medically Underserved Areas of Memphis, TN