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Advancing social care integration in health systems with community health workers: an implementation evaluation based in Bronx, New York

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This study examines the integration of Community Health Workers (CHWs) to address health-related social needs (HRSNs) among primary care patients in Bronx County, New York, over 12 months. Using the RE-AIM framework, the study evaluates the reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance of the CHW intervention. Results show successful outreach to patients … [Read more...] about Advancing social care integration in health systems with community health workers: an implementation evaluation based in Bronx, New York

Overview of the participation of community health workers in primary health care in 6 Latin American countries and a proposal for their integration into the health system: a qualitative study

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This study examines the role of community health workers (CHWs) in six Latin American countries. It highlights their contributions to primary healthcare but also identifies challenges in policy implementation. While CHWs play versatile roles in primary healthcare, inconsistencies exist due to variable implementation of WHO guidelines. The study suggests a classification of CHW … [Read more...] about Overview of the participation of community health workers in primary health care in 6 Latin American countries and a proposal for their integration into the health system: a qualitative study

Implementation of Community Health Worker Support for Tobacco Cessation: A Mixed-Methods Study

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This study examined the impact of Community Health Worker (CHW) engagement on tobacco abstinence in adults with serious mental illness. Results showed that higher CHW visit frequency and duration were associated with increased tobacco abstinence rates. CHWs facilitated engagement by building trust, providing accountability, and addressing barriers to treatment access. Training … [Read more...] about Implementation of Community Health Worker Support for Tobacco Cessation: A Mixed-Methods Study

Community-academic Initiative to Improve Knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease in Hispanic/Latino Community Health Workers

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Two educational workshops in Spanish were conducted for 81 Hispanic/Latino community health workers in the Chicagoland area to increase their knowledge of Parkinson's Disease (PD). Pre/post-surveys showed a significant improvement in their understanding of PD causes, symptoms, treatment, and available resources. Educating community health workers in their native language can … [Read more...] about Community-academic Initiative to Improve Knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease in Hispanic/Latino Community Health Workers

Changing Roles: Promoting Cognitive Health in Hispanic Families Through the Community Health Clubs Model

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Community Health Clubs (CHCs) in the Lower Rio Grande Valley aimed to enhance caregivers' understanding of neurocognitive conditions through a 10-week curriculum. Led by trained promotoras, sessions covered disorders like ADHD, ASD, Dementia, and Alzheimer's, along with caregiving skills and available resources. Pre/post-surveys and focus groups showed significant knowledge … [Read more...] about Changing Roles: Promoting Cognitive Health in Hispanic Families Through the Community Health Clubs Model