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Acceptability of a community health worker-led health literacy intervention on lifestyle modification among hypertensive and diabetes patients in the City of Harare, Zimbabwe (2025)
This study explored whether a community health worker-led program to promote healthy lifestyles was acceptable to patients with high blood pressure and diabetes in Harare, Zimbabwe. The program included home and clinic visits with education and support. Interviews and focus groups with patients, nurses, and health workers showed overall positiveRead more…
Engage less, provide more: Community health workers’ perspectives on how to overcome opposition to polio vaccination in Pakistan (2025)
In Pakistan’s highest-risk areas for polio, vaccine refusal is common due to frequent visits, fear of surveillance, and unmet basic needs. This study gathered insights from frontline polio workers on improving community engagement. Many households felt ignored by government services and refused vaccines to highlight other urgent needs. Polio workersRead more…
Internal Facilitation by Health Assistants for the “WHO Lay Health Worker Dementia Care” in Rural Uganda: A Formative Evaluation (2025)
This study explored how lay health workers, supported by health assistants, can improve dementia care in rural Uganda using the World Health Organization dementia toolkit. Interviews with healthcare workers showed strong support for this approach, citing existing community structures as an advantage. However, challenges like limited dementia knowledge and resourcesRead more…
Feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effectiveness of the Hospital to Home discharge and follow-up programme in rural Uganda: a mixed-methods intervention study (2025)
This study evaluated the Hospital to Home (H2H) program, which supports small and sick newborns after hospital discharge in rural Uganda. Researchers compared two groups: one receiving standard care and another with H2H community health workers support. While no major differences were found in developmental outcomes, the H2H group hadRead more…
The lived experiences of Ugandan community health workers engaged in prevention of vertical transmission of HIV and a capacity-building intervention (2025)
This study explored the experiences of community health workers (CHWs) involved in preventing mother-to-child HIV transmission and evaluated a training program to strengthen their skills. Interviews with 152 CHWs in Uganda highlighted their role as a bridge between communities and the health system, their knowledge and social connections, and challengesRead more…
A Novel Reentry Hotline Led by Community Health Workers to Address the Health Needs of People Returning From Incarceration: Transitions Clinic Network, California, June 2020‒June 2023 (2025)
Formerly incarcerated individuals face serious health challenges, worsened by COVID-19. To help, community health workers with similar experiences launched a California reentry health care hotline. From June 2020 to June 2023, it assisted 1,276 people in accessing medical care after release. This peer-led initiative offers valuable insights for states usingRead more…
Evaluating the application and clinical practice of adapted national preeclampsia and eclampsia guideline; a cross-sectional study from Iran (2025)
This study looked at how well healthcare providers follow guidelines for managing preeclampsia and eclampsia. Over 1,200 providers from 63 medical universities participated. Most accessed the guidelines through printed books, medical websites, CDs, and brochures. General practitioners followed the guidelines better than midwives, obstetricians, and community health workers. Challenges includedRead more…
Addressing Health-Related Social Needs During COVID-19 Through a Hospital-Based, Community Health Worker Program: A Case Study (2025)
A pilot program in Austin, Texas, used Community Health Workers (CHWs) to support Latinx patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Many of these patients had never seen a doctor before and had unmet health needs. CHWs helped by assessing social needs, coordinating care, and providing follow-up support. Patients, most of whom spokeRead more…
Research Best Practices Course for Community Health Workers and Promotoras (2024)
This free course from chwresearchtraining.org helps Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Promotoras learn how to support research in their communities. It covers key skills like explaining research to community members, bridging the gap between researchers and the public, and promoting high-quality studies. The training is designed for CHWs working inRead more…
Community Health Worker-Led Intervention to Increase Hepatitis D Virus Screening among Immigrants in the Metropolitan-DC Area ()
Hepatitis delta virus (HDV) is a serious infection that affects people with hepatitis B (HBV), increasing their risk of liver cancer. However, HDV screening is not common, especially among immigrant communities in Metropolitan-DC, where HBV rates are high. The Health Betterment Initiative (HBI) trained community health workers (CHWs) to educateRead more…
Community Engagement and Chronic Viral Hepatitis Public Health Interventions: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Complementary Crowdsourcing Open Call (2025)
Chronic viral hepatitis is a major health issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study reviewed research and gathered community ideas to understand how community engagement can improve hepatitis care. The review found that community health workers, peer support, education programs, and patient advocacy helped increase vaccination, testing,Read more…
A critical review of literature and a conceptual framework for organizing and researching urban health and community health services in low- and middle-income countries (2024)
As cities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) grow rapidly, healthcare research has mostly focused on rural areas, overlooking urban health challenges. This review explores how insights from sociology can improve understanding of urban health issues, particularly in community health worker (CHW) programs. It highlights key urban features like diversity,Read more…
Mitigating moral distress by enhancing healthcare workers’ understanding of challenges faced by carers of children with disabilities in low-resource settings in Kenya (2025)
This study explores the psychological well-being of female caregivers of children with disabilities in low-resource areas of Kenya. Caregiving can be challenging, leading to stress and emotional strain. The research identifies factors that affect caregivers’ well-being and suggests ways healthcare workers can offer support. Simple actions, like using clear languageRead more…
Acceptability of telemedicine for early surgical site infection diagnosis after cesarean delivery in rural Rwanda: a qualitative study (2025)
This study looked at how acceptable a telemedicine program was in rural Rwanda, where community health workers (CHWs) took photos of surgical wounds after cesarean sections and sent them to doctors for diagnosis. Interviews with 14 women and 12 CHWs showed strong support for the program, with benefits like fasterRead more…
Roles and Challenges of Community Health Workers in Epidemiological Surveillance: A Qualitative Study in Cameroon (2025)
Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Cameroon play a key role in disease detection, outbreak response, and health education through community-based surveillance (CBS). Their strong community ties help them identify health threats, but they face challenges like lack of legal recognition, distrust, and limited resources. To improve their work, they suggestRead more…
“I am the bridge”: Examining intersectoral collaboration among community health workers to address maternal and child health in the Philippines (2025)
Community health workers (CHWs) in the Philippines help connect maternal and child health needs with the broader health system. Through interviews with 64 CHWs, this study found that they fill service gaps, guide families through the health system, and address social challenges. Their work strengthens collaboration between NGOs and theRead more…
Impact of Mobile Health (mHealth) Use by Community Health Workers on the Utilization of Maternity Care in Rural Malawi: A Time Series Analysis (2025)
Maternal mortality in Malawi is high due to limited maternity care. To improve access, a mobile health (mHealth) app, YendaNafe, was introduced for community health workers (CHWs) in rural areas. This study compared maternal health services before and after using the app. Results showed an immediate 22% increase in facility-basedRead more…
What are the problems and suggestions related to cancer health education in Sichuan, China? A qualitative study of community health workers (CHWs) (2025)
Community health workers (CHWs) in China face challenges in delivering cancer health education, including low participation, poor organization, infrequent sessions, and insufficient training. To improve education, they suggest combining online and in-person sessions, offering education after screenings, integrating cancer with other health topics, workplace programs, and recruiting volunteers. These insightsRead more…
Health extension workers job satisfaction and associated factors in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis (2025)
Health Extension Workers (HEWs) play a key role in Ethiopia’s healthcare system, but their job satisfaction is low, with only 46% reporting being satisfied. A review of studies found that supportive supervision, training opportunities, and management support significantly improve job satisfaction. Addressing these factors could lead to a more motivatedRead more…
A Digital Tool (Technology-Assisted Problem Management Plus) for Lay Health Workers to Address Common Mental Health Disorders: Co-production and Usability Study in Pakistan (2025)
A digital mental health tool, Technology-Assisted Problem Management Plus (TA-PM+), was developed to help lady health workers (LHWs) in Pakistan support women with common mental health disorders. The process involved reviewing evidence, consulting stakeholders, and testing usability in both lab and community settings. Challenges included low digital skills, high workloads,Read more…
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