Amid the global HIV/AIDS burden, community health workers (CHWs) play a pivotal role in high-income countries (HICs), particularly the United States. This scoping review examines CHWs' impact on HIV outcomes in HICs and identifies evidence gaps in community-based HIV/PrEP services. Out of 1631 abstracts, 34 articles were selected, revealing CHWs' diverse roles in HIV care, … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers To Strengthen Hiv Care Continuum And Prep Delivery In The Us/hics: A Scoping Review
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Implementation of a clinically integrated breastfeeding peer counselor program
In 2015, publicly insured patients at NorthShore Community Health Center (NSCHC) in Evanston, Illinois, had lower breastfeeding rates than those with commercial insurance. To address this disparity, this study designed and implemented a clinically-integrated breastfeeding peer counseling (ci-BPC) program using the Replicating Effective Programs framework. Patient focus groups … [Read more...] about Implementation of a clinically integrated breastfeeding peer counselor program
Project ECHO Brain Health: Assessing the Impact of a Pilot Program to Promote Self-Efficacy Among Community Health Workers
This study examined the impact of the Project ECHO Brain Health program on the self-efficacy of community health workers (CHWs) in Latinx South Texas communities regarding dementia and brain health. Both quantitative and qualitative data showed a significant increase in self-efficacy among participants after the program. Qualitative analysis highlighted themes of addressing … [Read more...] about Project ECHO Brain Health: Assessing the Impact of a Pilot Program to Promote Self-Efficacy Among Community Health Workers
An Assessment of Pharmacist Perceptions and Experiences with Community Health Workers
This study surveyed pharmacists in six states to explore their perceptions and experiences with Community Health Workers (CHWs). Of the 163 respondents, 35.6% reported working with CHWs, while 64.4% had not. Most expressed strong interest in continuing or starting collaborations with CHWs. Pharmacists identified several benefits of CHW involvement, including improved patient … [Read more...] about An Assessment of Pharmacist Perceptions and Experiences with Community Health Workers
Change in parental knowledge and beliefs about early childhood dental caries following a pragmatic community-based trial
The MySmileBuddy (MSB) intervention aimed to assess changes in parent knowledge and beliefs regarding early childhood caries (ECC). The pragmatic community-based caries management trial was administered by community health workers (CHWs). Surveys were conducted before and after the intervention involving 669 parents. Results showed significant improvements in knowledge across … [Read more...] about Change in parental knowledge and beliefs about early childhood dental caries following a pragmatic community-based trial