This review looked at how sharing or shifting rehabilitation tasks to community health workers can improve access to care in primary health settings. Eleven studies from five countries showed that trained CHWs successfully delivered rehabilitation for different health conditions, leading to positive results. Although training methods varied, all proved effective. The findings … [Read more...] about Task shifting and task sharing for rehabilitation in primary care – A scoping review
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Community health workers and adolescent health and well-being across sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review
This systematic review consolidated evidence from 50 quantitative studies published over the last decade regarding the effectiveness of Community Health Worker (CHW)-led interventions on adolescent health and well-being across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The review found that CHW programs show strong potential for improving adolescent mental health, yielding moderate-certainty … [Read more...] about Community health workers and adolescent health and well-being across sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review
Community Health Worker–Led Interventions Targeting Modifiable Risk Factors for Dementia in Older Adults: A Systematic Review
This review looked at studies where community health workers (CHWs) helped prevent dementia in older adults. Out of over 4,000 articles, 35 met the criteria. Most focused on managing conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity, which can increase dementia risk. Only one study addressed cognitive stimulation directly. The review found that CHWs can help prevent … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker–Led Interventions Targeting Modifiable Risk Factors for Dementia in Older Adults: A Systematic Review
A Scoping Review of RCT Studies on Community Health Worker Effectiveness
This review looked at U.S. studies from 2000 to 2023 that tested community health worker (CHW) programs through randomized control trials. It found 39 studies, mostly based in healthcare systems and community health centers. Few studies focused on CHWs working in public health agencies or insurance settings. Overall, most trials showed that CHWs improved health outcomes. The … [Read more...] about A Scoping Review of RCT Studies on Community Health Worker Effectiveness
Community health worker roles in intervention delivery: a scoping review of heart disease and stroke prevention trials in the United States
This review looked at 24 studies in the US to understand how community health workers (CHWs) help prevent heart disease and stroke. It found that CHWs play a key role in helping people adopt healthier habits, especially in underserved communities. They educate, coach, and support patients to stay active and take their medication. However, their training and involvement in … [Read more...] about Community health worker roles in intervention delivery: a scoping review of heart disease and stroke prevention trials in the United States