The objective of this study was to systematically identify interventions that increase the use of mammography screening in women living in low-income and middle-income countries. A systematic review was conducted utilizing the following databases: MEDLINE, Embase, Global Health, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Web of Science, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Google Scholar and … [Read more...] about Interventions to increase mammography screening uptake among women living in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review
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Community Health Workers as Vaccinators: A Rapid Review of the Global Landscape, 2000-2021
This review sought to identify countries where CHWs administer vaccines and to synthesize health systems factors that may influence the feasibility of CHWs administering vaccines. Data included peer-reviewed literature from three databases and gray literature identified through web searches and by CHW subject matter experts. From this database, 23 CHW cadres were identified … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers as Vaccinators: A Rapid Review of the Global Landscape, 2000-2021
COVID-19 and health promotion in Brazil: community health workers between vulnerability and resistance
In this article, authors examine how community health workers in Brazil were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers utilized three data collection methods: online surveys disseminated through social media, an online Facebook discussion forum, and in-depth interviews with two CHW union representatives. After analysis, researchers found that CHWs faced increased … [Read more...] about COVID-19 and health promotion in Brazil: community health workers between vulnerability and resistance
Violence in the neighborhood and mental health of community health workers in a Brazilian metropolis
This study sought to analyze the relationships between adverse working conditions and dimensions of localized violence on the prevalence of common mental disorders (CMD) among CHWs in Brazil. Information was collected with a self-report questionnaire containing items such as sociodemographic data, work-related violence, and mental health care. The results showed that the work … [Read more...] about Violence in the neighborhood and mental health of community health workers in a Brazilian metropolis
Serological and vaccine evaluation for hepatitis B among Community Health Workers
The aim of this study was to identify vaccination and serological status against hepatitis B among community health workers (CHWs). In addition, researchers vaccinated eligible CHWs against hepatitis B virus to evaluate the immune response of susceptible workers. The vaccination and serological status of CHWs was determined through a self-administered questionnaire, checking of … [Read more...] about Serological and vaccine evaluation for hepatitis B among Community Health Workers