In Yemen, this study assessed the impact of Community Health and Nutrition Volunteers (CHNVs) on children's health in remote villages. The study compared villages with CHNVs to those without, focusing on vaccination rates, illness, and nutrition among infants and young children. The findings showed that children in villages with CHNVs were more likely to be vaccinated and had … [Read more...] about The role of community health and nutrition volunteers in improving the health and nutrition status of infant and young children in remote areas, Hajjah, Yemen
CHW Role
Integrating trauma- and violence-informed care for adolescent mothers in Rwanda: a qualitative study with community health workers
In Rwanda, maternal community health workers provide crucial support to adolescent mothers, who face unique challenges like trauma, violence, and stigma. These workers offer personalized care, act as liaisons, and tailor home visits to meet the needs of young mothers. However, they face challenges such as handling violence disclosures, financial constraints, and transportation … [Read more...] about Integrating trauma- and violence-informed care for adolescent mothers in Rwanda: a qualitative study with community health workers
How Should a Medical-Legal Partnership Address Unique Needs of People With Criminal Legal System Involvement?
Medical-legal partnerships (MLPs) play a crucial role in addressing legal issues that negatively impact health, particularly for individuals affected by mass incarceration. These partnerships involve community health workers (CHWs) who actively support individuals with both criminal and civil legal needs after their release from incarceration. CHWs serve as vital connectors … [Read more...] about How Should a Medical-Legal Partnership Address Unique Needs of People With Criminal Legal System Involvement?
Perinatal CHW Toolkit
The Perinatal CHW Toolkit is designed to help community health workers (CHWs) improve perinatal health in their communities. CHWs are trusted members of the community who connect individuals with health and social services, facilitating access to care and enhancing the quality of service delivery. They also empower families by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency … [Read more...] about Perinatal CHW Toolkit
Changes to 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for CHI Services
The 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2024, introduces Medicare payments for Community Health Integration (CHI) services provided by certified or trained community health workers (CHWs) under the supervision of a Medicare-billing practitioner. These services address social determinants of health (SDOH) that impact a patient’s treatment plan. CHWs must … [Read more...] about Changes to 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for CHI Services