This study sought to analyze the relationships between adverse working conditions and dimensions of localized violence on the prevalence of common mental disorders (CMD) among CHWs in Brazil. Information was collected with a self-report questionnaire containing items such as sociodemographic data, work-related violence, and mental health care. The results showed that the work … [Read more...] about Violence in the neighborhood and mental health of community health workers in a Brazilian metropolis
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Do health service contacts with community health workers influence the intention to use modern contraceptives among non-users in rural communities? Findings from a cross-sectional study in Nigeria
The goal of this study was to examine the extent to which health service contacts with CHWs are associated with the intention to use modern contraceptives among non-users in rural communities of Nigeria. The study analyzed a sample of rural women, and the main outcome of focus was the intention to use modern contraceptives. The results demonstrated that health service contacts … [Read more...] about Do health service contacts with community health workers influence the intention to use modern contraceptives among non-users in rural communities? Findings from a cross-sectional study in Nigeria
The implementation of a community-centered first aid education program for older adults-community health workers perceived barriers
This qualitative research study aimed to explore the barriers and challenges of first aid training for older adults from the perspective of CHWs, and to provide a basis for better first-aid training for older adults in the community. CHWs were recruited from two community health service centers in Qujing, China and from one in Guangzhou, China from May to July 2022. … [Read more...] about The implementation of a community-centered first aid education program for older adults-community health workers perceived barriers
Health by the people, again? The lost lessons of Alma-Ata in a community health worker programme in Zambia
This article is based on ethnographic research (2019-2020) aimed at examining a new national CHW programme that has been introduced in Zambia. The results of this research uncovered similar problems suffered by the new CHW programmes to those that affected the programmes of the Alma-Ata era. Researchers discuss how these mistakes have been repeated and ask why the lessons of … [Read more...] about Health by the people, again? The lost lessons of Alma-Ata in a community health worker programme in Zambia
Serological and vaccine evaluation for hepatitis B among Community Health Workers
The aim of this study was to identify vaccination and serological status against hepatitis B among community health workers (CHWs). In addition, researchers vaccinated eligible CHWs against hepatitis B virus to evaluate the immune response of susceptible workers. The vaccination and serological status of CHWs was determined through a self-administered questionnaire, checking of … [Read more...] about Serological and vaccine evaluation for hepatitis B among Community Health Workers
