This study reports on the creation and delivery of a self-instructional course on oral cancer for Community Health Workers via a Telehealth platform, analyzing the participants' demographic and clinical profiles. The course, titled "Abre a boca, meu povo! - O que você precisa saber sobre o câncer de boca,” was developed using the ADDIE Instructional Design model and delivered … [Read more...] about Creation of a self-guided course about oral cancer for Community Health Workers: A Teleeducation experience
Brazil
Home visit to the older adults from the perspective of community health workers and the notion of health territory
This study analyzed how community health workers engage with older adults in Foz do Iguaçu, Southern Brazil, focusing on home visits. It involved 114 workers, mostly women, with an average age of 43 years and primarily with high school education. The study identified three main challenges: understanding the health needs of older adults within their communities, adapting … [Read more...] about Home visit to the older adults from the perspective of community health workers and the notion of health territory
Core principles of Malakit intervention for transferability in other contexts
To eliminate malaria, reaching all populations is essential, especially those not covered by the health care system. The innovative Malakit strategy, which provides self-diagnosis and self-treatment kits, was successfully tested in the Suriname-French Guiana-Amapá (Brazil) region, showing effectiveness and good acceptability. This complex intervention needs adaptation to other … [Read more...] about Core principles of Malakit intervention for transferability in other contexts
Working conditions of community health workers in a digital health context: old and new challenges
This article examines the impact of digital health tools on Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Primary Health Care (PHC). Through qualitative methods involving union leaders, managers, and health professionals, it identifies both longstanding and new challenges. Traditional issues like bureaucratic burden and work division persist, while new concerns include tool maintenance, … [Read more...] about Working conditions of community health workers in a digital health context: old and new challenges
Factors associated with Community Health Agents’ knowledge about tuberculosis
This cross-sectional study examined the factors influencing the knowledge of Community Health Agents (ACS) regarding tuberculosis (TB). Through a questionnaire, knowledge levels were assessed in two components: TB itself and ACS functions within the National TB Control Program. Results showed that overall TB knowledge was associated with professional experience length, TB … [Read more...] about Factors associated with Community Health Agents’ knowledge about tuberculosis