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Lay community health worker-led care with mobile decision support for uncontrolled hypertension: a cluster-randomized trial (2026)
This study in rural Lesotho tested whether community health workers could safely manage high blood pressure using a mobile tool that guides treatment decisions. In 103 villages, people with hypertension either received care from trained community health workers or were referred to health facilities for usual care. After one year,Read more…
Africa Community Health Programme | Continental Landscape Survey Report 2024/5 (2026)
Community health systems are important for improving health care access across Africa, especially for people in remote and underserved areas. Community health workers play a key role by providing essential services and responding to health emergencies. In 2024, Africa CDC and UNICEF carried out a continent-wide survey to understand theRead more…
Evaluation of a synchronous training program on common primary care medications for community health workers in Karnataka, India (2026)
This study tested a training workshop for community health workers in rural India to improve their understanding of common medicines used in primary care. Many health workers already helped patients with medication questions but had little formal training. After the workshop, their knowledge, confidence, and ability to support patients withRead more…
How is academic medicine engaging with community health workers in the United States?: a systematic review (2026)
This review examined how academic medical institutions work with community health workers. Across 136 studies, community health workers were involved in health programs, workforce training, and community-based research. Most studies showed that programs including community health workers improved health outcomes. They also helped with community engagement, recruiting participants, and collectingRead more…
The Impact of a Community Health Worker-Led Lifestyle-Social Determinants Program on Pacific Islander Cardiometabolic Health (2026)
This study tested a lifestyle program led by community health workers to improve diabetes and heart health among Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. The 12-week program helped participants lose weight, lower blood sugar and blood pressure, and improve cholesterol levels compared with those who did not receive the program. ParticipantsRead more…
Perceptions and experiences of older adults in a youth community health volunteer-led health coaching program in Singapore: A qualitative study (2025)
This study explored how older adults in Singapore experienced a health coaching program led by youth community health volunteers. Older participants generally welcomed the support and felt the young volunteers helped them adopt healthier habits and stay engaged after health screenings. They viewed the volunteers as approachable and motivating, especiallyRead more…
Applying the C3 Framework to Advance CHW/P Capacity Building: A case study series (2026)
This case study series is designed for leaders of community health worker/promotora (CHW/P) organizations seeking practical, values-driven ways to strengthen CHW/P capacity. It highlights how the National C3 Council framework (C3 Framework) can serve as a flexible, adaptable guide for workforce development at multiple levels. Each case shows how theRead more…
Applying the C3 Framework to Advance CHW/P Capacity Building: A case study series (2026)
This case study series is designed for leaders of community health worker/promotora (CHW/P) organizations seeking practical, values-driven ways to strengthen CHW/P capacity. It highlights how the National C3 Council framework (C3 Framework) can serve as a flexible, adaptable guide for workforce development at multiple levels. Each case shows how theRead more…
Preserving a Transformative Community Health Worker/Promotor Workforce: El Sol’s CHW/P Training Center Approach (2026)
Through this case study of a CHW/P training program in southern California i.e., the El Sol CHW/P Training Center, it sought to build the capacity of organizations to expand their community transformation role as they integrate CHWs/Ps into their operations and mitigate the threat of CHW/P co-optation. It explains howRead more…
Factors affecting the motivation of community health workers: Perspectives from Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) in Uttar Pradesh, India (2026)
This study explored what motivates community health workers known as ASHAs in Uttar Pradesh, India. Interviews showed that they are driven by gaining new knowledge, helping their communities, feeling respected, and becoming more confident and independent. Supportive supervision, proper training, and financial incentives also play an important role. However, delayedRead more…
Frontline heroes: Leveraging community health workers as first responders for climate-related digital mental health support (2026)
After severe floods in Pakistan disrupted health services and increased mental health needs, a digital program called mPareshan trained community health workers to provide app-based counseling for anxiety and depression. Despite the crisis and shortage of mental health professionals, these workers continued supporting affected communities using the mobile tool. TheRead more…
Feasibility study of a novel mHealth clinical decision support application to enable Community Health Workers to manage hypertension in rural Guatemala (2026)
This pilot study tested whether community health workers in rural Guatemala could manage high blood pressure using a mobile phone app that guides treatment decisions. Over six months, most patients stayed in the program and attended their visits. Health workers’ treatment decisions closely matched those of supervising doctors, and patients’Read more…
Effectiveness of a Community Health Leader Intervention for Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention and Health Literacy Improvement among Rural Residents (2026)
This study tested a community health worker–led program to help farmers in rural Korea prevent muscle and joint injuries. Over 12 weeks, trained local health workers taught safety practices, simple exercises, and used a checklist to track healthy work habits. Farmers showed better understanding of health information and made clearRead more…
Improving palliative care access in rural Malawi: insights from a mixed-methods exploration of structural and social determinants (2026)
This study looked at access to palliative care in rural Malawi, where many people live far from health facilities and have limited services. Most patients in the program were older adults, and many traveled long distances for care. Interviews showed that access depends on strong local leadership, reliable supplies, andRead more…
Design of Heart Well: A randomized pilot study of a community health worker-delivered nutrition intervention for low-income adults with hypertension (2026)
This study is testing whether adding simple nutrition counseling to a community health worker program can help low-income adults better manage high blood pressure. Participants receive guidance on reading food labels, eating healthy on a budget, and making practical food choices. The study will measure whether the approach is practical,Read more…
The Impact of a Community Health Worker-Led Lifestyle-Social Determinants Program on Pacific Islander Cardiometabolic Health (2026)
This study tested a culturally tailored lifestyle program led by community health workers to improve diabetes and heart health among Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Participants who joined the 12-week program lost weight, lowered blood sugar and blood pressure, and improved cholesterol compared to those who did not receive theRead more…
Mobile health intervention for type 2 diabetes management delivered by community health workers and clinical pharmacists: Intervention costs and healthcare resource utilization (2026)
This study examined the cost of running a community health workers led mobile health program to help African American and Latinx adults manage type 2 diabetes. The program improved blood sugar levels and cost about $56,000 to operate for one year, including start-up and running expenses. However, it did notRead more…
Effectiveness of health education interventions for cervical cancer screening: A quasi-experimental study in Pokhara Metropolitan Slum, Nepal (2026)
This study in Nepal tested whether community health workers could improve cervical cancer screening among women living in slum areas. Women who received direct education from community health workers learned more about cervical cancer and were more likely to go for screening compared to those who only saw posters. ScreeningRead more…
Community health worker and family support for addiction treatment services (2026)
This study looked at how community health workers and family members support people receiving addiction care in Vietnam. It found that health workers who felt confident and satisfied with their jobs were more supportive of addiction services. Family members who had stronger relationships and better coping skills were also moreRead more…
Peer-led community HIV/syphilis testing with linkage within seven days for MSM and transgender women in Indonesia: a mixed-methods process evaluation (2026)
This study tested a peer-led community program in Indonesia that offered HIV and syphilis testing to men who have sex with men and transgender women. Trained community health workers provided testing through outreach visits, community posts, and mobile events. Most participants accepted the service, and many were testing for theRead more…
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