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Community-Based Models for Type 2 Diabetes Care A Review of Effectiveness, Implementation, and Health System Integration (2026)
Community-based programs for type 2 diabetes, led by community health workers, peer educators, or digital tools, can help people manage their disease, especially in low- and middle-income countries. These programs improve blood sugar control, weight, and confidence in self-care. Success is higher when programs are integrated into local health systems,Read more…
Adoption of an Electronic Decision Support Tool for Capacity Building of Community Health Workers: Mixed Methods Study (2026)
A study followed the use of UpToDate, a clinical decision tool, by community health workers (CHWs) in rural and remote areas over three years. While CHWs liked the tool, actual use was low and declined over time, affected by power outages, heavy workloads, and limited device access. CHWs mainly usedRead more…
Exploring health literacy and demographic determinants among village health volunteers in the post-COVID-19 era: a web-based cross-sectional study (2026)
This study in rural Thailand assessed health literacy (HL) among 840 Village Health Volunteers (VHVs) after COVID-19. Most VHVs had adequate (65.5%) or excellent (29.4%) HL. Higher HL was linked to positive attitudes, strong motivation, and over 10 years of experience, while higher household income was associated with lower HL.Read more…
Community health workers serving Veterans with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a pilot intervention development and feasibility study (2026)
This pilot program tested a 12-week Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) self-management intervention led by community health workers (CHWs) for nine Veterans. Participants found the program acceptable, appropriate, and feasible, and reported benefits from CHW-led education on COPD, breathing techniques, and inhaler use, as well as social support and accessRead more…
The Kitchen and the Cook: Context and Roles in Community Health Worker Programs (2026)
Community health workers (CHWs) are increasingly recognized for improving care and reducing costs for patients with complex medical and social needs, but research on what makes CHW programs effective remains mixed and varied. To better understand what drives success, this editorial highlights that future research should focus on the contextRead more…
Examining the Cost-Effectiveness of Introducing Patient Navigation Services for Colorectal Cancer Screening Among a Low-Income and Uninsured Population (2025)
This study looked at whether community health workers (CHWs) helping uninsured, low-income adults get screened for colorectal cancer is cost-effective. Using data from a Texas program with 3,196 participants, researchers found that CHW support increased screening and added only a small cost for each extra year of life gained. TheRead more…
Unlocking the potential of traditional birth attendants in Somaliland: a qualitative study on healthcare system integration (2025)
This study explored the roles of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in Somaliland. Historically, TBAs handled pregnancy, childbirth, and harmful practices like female genital mutilation. Today, their role has shifted. They act as trusted links between communities and formal healthcare, helping women access professional maternal and reproductive services. Using TBAs inRead more…
Improving Mental Health Knowledge Among Brazilian Community Health Agents in a Training Program for a Self-Reported Mental Health Assessment (2025)
This study tested a mental health training program for 24 Community Health Agents (CHAs) in Brazil using the interRAI SAMH tool. After the training, CHAs showed improved knowledge of mental health topics, including depression, anxiety, psychoses, and suicide risk. They also felt more confident identifying and referring people with mentalRead more…
Supporting the Community’s Health Advocates: Initial Insights into the Implementation of a Dual-Purpose Educational and Supportive Group for Community Health Workers (2025)
The Lunch and Learn program in Maryland supports community health workers (CHWs) through virtual education and peer connection. Launched in 2023, it offered twice-monthly online sessions with expert talks, Q&A, and peer-support time. Over the first year, participation grew, and CHWs reported that the program helped both their learning andRead more…
Coexisting traditional and biomedical healthcare systems: a mixed-methods analysis of community health workers and traditional birth attendants’ contributions to perinatal health behaviors in rural India (2025)
This study looked at how community health workers (ASHAs) and traditional birth attendants (Dais) influence maternal and newborn care in rural Bihar, India. ASHAs mainly supported mothers during pregnancy and labor, helping increase antenatal visits and institutional deliveries. Dais had more influence after birth, promoting traditional practices like newborn massage.Read more…
Enhancing Public Knowledge of Risk Factors and Warning Signs for Stroke and Heart Attack Through Home-Based Community Health Worker Interventions: A Cluster Randomized Trial (2025)
This study tested whether home visits by community health workers could improve people’s understanding of stroke and heart attack in rural Tanzania. Over one year, people who received regular home education learned more about risk factors and warning signs than those who received usual care. The results show that communityRead more…
The mental health benefit of a community-based home-visiting program for prenatal women: evidence from a randomized controlled trial in China (2025)
This study looked at whether home visits by community health workers could improve the mental health of pregnant women in rural China. Overall, the visits did not improve mental health for all women. However, they did help women who had strong support from their families, especially those with supportive husbands.Read more…
Community health workers’ usability and acceptability of an mHealth tool for post-cesarean assessments: A mixed-methods study in rural Rwanda (2025)
This study tested a mobile phone tool designed to help community health workers support women after cesarean birth in rural Rwanda. Community health workers were trained to use the tool during home visits to check symptoms and share information with health facilities. The workers found the tool easy to useRead more…
Exploring the implementation of community health worker program in Fiji An exploratory qualitative study (2025)
This study explored how the community health worker program works in Fiji. It found that community health workers play an important role in improving basic health care and are trusted by their communities. There is strong government support, good supervision, and high motivation among workers. However, the program faces challenges,Read more…
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Traditional Birth Attendants in Bangladesh: A Qualitative Study on Maternal and Newborn Healthcare in Local Community (2025)
This study looked at how traditional birth attendants in Bangladesh care for mothers and newborns. It found that they use a mix of helpful and risky practices. Many support good habits like cleanliness and physical activity, but some also rely on traditional methods that may not be safe. Their knowledgeRead more…
Physical Activity Knowledge Among US Community Health Workers (2025)
This study examined how well community health workers in the United States understand physical activity guidelines. Although most said they encourage clients to be active, fewer than half knew the actual guidelines, and many could not identify how much exercise is recommended. Knowledge levels were low across all groups, butRead more…
“Now that they come to our doorsteps to teach us these things…” – Postpartum contraception outcomes from a pre-post effectiveness-implementation study of an integrated community health worker intervention in rural Nepal (2025)
This study looked at whether full-time, paid community health workers could improve contraceptive use after childbirth in remote areas of Nepal. After the program started, many more women used contraception both soon after giving birth and later in the postpartum period. Ongoing support from community health workers helped women makeRead more…
Effectiveness of a Home-based Approach to Child Contact Investigation and Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment Management by Community Health Workers in Ethiopia: A Pragmatic Cluster-randomized Trial (2025)
This study looked at whether community health workers visiting families at home could help more children start treatment to prevent tuberculosis. Compared to standard clinic-based care, home visits led to about 40% more children beginning preventive treatment, with similar completion and safety outcomes in both groups. While the difference wasRead more…
Newborn screening and referral for congenital anomalies by lay health workers in Pakistan: a mixed-methods study to evaluate the effectiveness of a co-created educational intervention (2025)
This study tested a training program for lay health workers in Karachi to screen newborns for visible birth defects and refer families for care. After the four-week training, participants showed clear improvement in knowledge and skills, with high agreement with a physician’s assessments. Health workers gave positive feedback on theRead more…
A Lay Health Worker-Led Symptom Intervention and Acute Care Use in Older Adults With Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial (2025)
This study tested whether lay health workers could help older adults with cancer by regularly checking their symptoms by phone. Patients who received these assessments had fewer emergency visits and hospitalizations, lower healthcare costs, and were less likely to use acute care near the end of life. The findings suggestRead more…
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