Transgender and nonbinary (trans) communities in the U.S. face significant challenges accessing mental health care, despite experiencing higher rates of suicide, depression, and distress compared to cisgender populations. Systemic barriers include discrimination, stigma, high costs, and a lack of trans-affirming providers. These challenges are especially pronounced for trans … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers as Catalysts for Mental Health Promotion in Transgender and Nonbinary Communities
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Adapting and deploying a digital program for training non-specialist providers on a brief psychological intervention for depression in rural Gujarat, India
A pilot study in Gujarat, India, tested a digital training program for community health workers and frontline providers to deliver a brief depression care intervention. Of the 43 participants, 91% completed the training, showing improved knowledge scores after the course. Despite technical challenges, participants found the digital format useful. The study suggests digital … [Read more...] about Adapting and deploying a digital program for training non-specialist providers on a brief psychological intervention for depression in rural Gujarat, India
Leveraging the Role of Community Health Workers with Community Groups
This brief highlights the effectiveness of collaborations between community health workers (CHWs) and community groups in improving health outcomes, particularly in rural areas. Successful examples include projects in Ethiopia and the CORE Group Polio Project, where these collaborations increased vaccination rates and addressed gender-related barriers. Key factors for success … [Read more...] about Leveraging the Role of Community Health Workers with Community Groups
Community Health Agents and Agents to Combat Endemic Diseases’ performance in arboviruses prevention and control: analysis of articulation and integrated work
This study examined how community health agents (ACS) and agents combating endemic diseases (ACE) work together to prevent and control diseases like dengue. It found their efforts were poorly coordinated, with unclear roles and limited collaboration. ACE focused on chemical vector control, while ACS lacked involvement in active disease surveillance. Weak community engagement … [Read more...] about Community Health Agents and Agents to Combat Endemic Diseases’ performance in arboviruses prevention and control: analysis of articulation and integrated work
Stronger Together: A community case study highlighting the benefits of pharmacy and community collaborations.
The study explored how a network of community health workers, pharmacists, and organizations improved COVID-19 vaccine uptake in rural Missouri. Through outreach efforts, they provided education to over 84,000 people and administered nearly 15,000 vaccines. Key factors for success included trust, collaboration, and better access to services, while challenges included poor … [Read more...] about Stronger Together: A community case study highlighting the benefits of pharmacy and community collaborations.