This study looked at cervical cancer awareness and screening practices among different racial groups in Indiana, where Black women experience higher rates of cervical cancer and mortality compared to White women. Researchers conducted an online survey with 140 patients from three Planned Parenthood clinics. They found that while Black participants had lower knowledge about … [Read more...] about Cervical cancer knowledge and attitudes towards self-sampling and community health worker-delivered screening services across racial groups in Indiana
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COVID-19 Risk Assessment among Vulnerable Small Business Owners in El Paso County, Texas
This study aimed to provide COVID-19 risk assessments and safety strategies for vulnerable workers in high-risk areas. Four bilingual community health workers (CHWs) visited small businesses, mainly Hispanic-owned, to conduct on-site surveys. Results showed that 96% of businesses were at high or very high risk for COVID-19 transmission. While all businesses took some steps to … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Risk Assessment among Vulnerable Small Business Owners in El Paso County, Texas
The impact of a small-group mammography video discussion on promoting screening uptake among non adherent Chinese American immigrant women: A randomized controlled trial
This study looked at how to increase mammogram rates among nonadherent Chinese American immigrant women. Women were divided into two groups: one attended an in-person small group discussion with community health workers (CHWs) and a culturally relevant video, while the other group received the video by mail. Both groups saw increased mammogram rates, but those who attended the … [Read more...] about The impact of a small-group mammography video discussion on promoting screening uptake among non adherent Chinese American immigrant women: A randomized controlled trial
Effectiveness of Trained Community Lay Workers on Glycemic Control, Knowledge, and Self-Efficacy Among Agricultural Workers with Diabetes in the Texas Panhandle
This pilot project aimed to help Hispanic agricultural workers with diabetes in the Texas Panhandle lower their A1C levels and improve their diabetes knowledge. Community coaches, all Hispanic women, were trained to deliver a 12-week diabetes coaching program to 13 clients. After the program, clients showed significant improvements in diabetes knowledge and a slight drop in A1C … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Trained Community Lay Workers on Glycemic Control, Knowledge, and Self-Efficacy Among Agricultural Workers with Diabetes in the Texas Panhandle
Centering the role of community health workers in social risk screening, referral, and follow-up within the primary care setting
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) can help identify and address social risks in primary care. Researchers worked with two health centers in Arizona to map their processes for screening, referring, and following up on social risks. They found gaps in the system and suggested ways to improve how CHWs are integrated into the process. The study highlights the … [Read more...] about Centering the role of community health workers in social risk screening, referral, and follow-up within the primary care setting
