This study in Nigeria assessed the role of community health workers (CHWs) in managing hypertension and patient satisfaction. It involved 381 CHWs across five states, finding that only a third could correctly diagnose hypertension and few knew the necessary baseline investigations. Supervision by doctors was linked to better diagnostic knowledge. Patient satisfaction with CHW … [Read more...] about The Role of Community Health Workers in the Management of Hypertension in Nigeria
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“Come to a Conclusion Together”—Feedback on the Collaboration around Technology Using Community Health Workers in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D-CATCH) Study
This study explores the T1D-CATCH intervention, aiming to enhance diabetes technology adoption among minoritized young adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Through post-intervention interviews with 11 participants (mean age 25 yrs, 73% female, including Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black individuals), findings indicate high satisfaction and increased engagement with diabetes … [Read more...] about “Come to a Conclusion Together”—Feedback on the Collaboration around Technology Using Community Health Workers in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D-CATCH) Study
Optimizing community health workers and non-biomedical approaches to assess the burden of soil-transmitted helminthiasis in a school-aged population in rural Rwanda
This study assessed a community health worker (CHW)-led program in rural Rwanda to screen and manage soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections among school-aged children. Using a non-biomedical screening tool called Beta CommScreen, CHWs identified 43% of children with potential STH symptoms. About 29% were referred for clinic treatment, while deworming medication was provided … [Read more...] about Optimizing community health workers and non-biomedical approaches to assess the burden of soil-transmitted helminthiasis in a school-aged population in rural Rwanda
Home visit to the older adults from the perspective of community health workers and the notion of health territory
This study analyzed how community health workers engage with older adults in Foz do Iguaçu, Southern Brazil, focusing on home visits. It involved 114 workers, mostly women, with an average age of 43 years and primarily with high school education. The study identified three main challenges: understanding the health needs of older adults within their communities, adapting … [Read more...] about Home visit to the older adults from the perspective of community health workers and the notion of health territory
Reimagining the role of community health workers in saarc countries
After the Alma Ata declaration, SAARC countries established community health workers (CHWs) to address primary healthcare needs, initially focusing on maternal and child health. Now facing rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health issues, these countries are creating specialized CHWs for these new challenges. The effectiveness of CHWs, especially during crises, … [Read more...] about Reimagining the role of community health workers in saarc countries