This training program on Psychological First Aid is designed for Community Health Workers (CHWs). Participants will learn to identify signs of stress, use psychological first-aid techniques, and connect people to mental health services during infectious disease outbreaks and traumatic events. The curriculum offers one hour of continuing education credit for CHWs and CHW … [Read more...] about CHW Training – Psychological First Aid
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Actualizing the Full Potential of Public Health Community Health Workers
Career paths for community health workers (CHWs) that involve policy, system change, program development, and advocacy can boost job satisfaction and sustainability. CHWs working at an organizational level can bridge public health and community organizations, enhancing relationships and creating culturally and linguistically appropriate services, information, resources, and … [Read more...] about Actualizing the Full Potential of Public Health Community Health Workers
Assessing Community Health Workers’ Performance Motivation
Community Health Workers (CHWs) bridge gaps between the health system and at-risk populations, addressing social determinants of health. However, they face challenges like lack of integration into primary care, high caseloads, low wages, inadequate workspaces, and increased skill demands, leading to poor performance and high turnover. This study explored the factors affecting … [Read more...] about Assessing Community Health Workers’ Performance Motivation
Connecticut Implements a Team-Based Approach to Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Using Community Health Workers and Mobile Medical Devices
The Connecticut Department of Public Health’s Early Detection and Prevention Program offers breast and cervical cancer screenings, cardiovascular risk assessments, health coaching, and addresses social determinants of health for economically disadvantaged and minority women. Community health workers (CHWs) use mobile devices for screenings and risk reduction counseling in … [Read more...] about Connecticut Implements a Team-Based Approach to Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Using Community Health Workers and Mobile Medical Devices
Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Patient-Centered, Nonphysician Led Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program in a Rural Federally Qualified Health Center
Uncontrolled hypertension increases the risk of serious health issues. This study evaluated a self-monitoring blood pressure (SMBP) program at a rural health center in Washington, focusing on nonphysician involvement. Patients with uncontrolled hypertension used BP cuffs to log daily readings and met with community health workers (CHWs) to set management goals over 3-4 months. … [Read more...] about Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Patient-Centered, Nonphysician Led Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program in a Rural Federally Qualified Health Center
