The U.S. faces a mental health care crisis, worsened by a shortage of providers and high costs, particularly affecting marginalized and rural communities. Community health workers (CHWs) have long increased access to physical health care and are now being used in mental health care to improve access. However, their role raises issues regarding policy, reimbursement, and … [Read more...] about Community Mental Health Workers: Their Workplaces, Roles, and Impact
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices towards yaws in endemic areas of Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire
Yaws, a disease affecting children in remote areas of West Africa, was studied in Ghana, Cameroon, and Côte d’Ivoire to understand community knowledge and practices. The study found differing beliefs about the causes of yaws: many in Ghana attributed it to germs, while in Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire, it was often linked to infected water sources. Some participants in Côte … [Read more...] about Knowledge, attitudes and practices towards yaws in endemic areas of Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire
Community Health Care Workers Empowering Advance Care Planning
Advance care planning (ACP) has faced criticism for not significantly improving end-of-life care quality, decision-making, or experiences for patients, families, and clinicians. Despite limited results, stakeholders persist with ACP due to its ethical importance in giving patients a voice in their care. With growing awareness of systemic racism and healthcare inequities, this … [Read more...] about Community Health Care Workers Empowering Advance Care Planning
The Integration of Community Health Workers into Health Care Teams in North Carolina
Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a crucial role in improving health outcomes for marginalized communities. Efforts to integrate CHWs into healthcare teams have increased, but a lack of understanding and support can limit their effectiveness. This study aimed to understand CHW integration into teams and the factors affecting it, using a survey of CHWs in North Carolina. The … [Read more...] about The Integration of Community Health Workers into Health Care Teams in North Carolina
Family Health Strategy: Reflections focusing on community health agents
The Family Health Strategy (FHS) focuses on preventive care and health promotion within families and their environments. A core team, including a doctor, nurse, nursing technician, and Community Health Agents (CHAs), carries out these actions. CHAs play a crucial role in connecting users with public health services. This research examines the role of CHAs in current public … [Read more...] about Family Health Strategy: Reflections focusing on community health agents