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Capturing Family Planning Community Service Data into National Health Management Information Systems: A Five-Country Review of Tools for Community Health Workers and Pharmacies and Drug Shops (2026)
This study looked at how information from community health workers and pharmacies about family planning services is included in national health information systems in five countries (Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria and Uganda). It found that data from community health workers is partly included in most countries, especially for contraceptiveRead more…
Systematic adaptation of a visual-aided adolescent nutrition intervention from peri-urban Burkina Faso for rural Uganda using intervention mapping (2026)
This study adapted a nutrition education program for adolescents and young adults in rural Uganda using input from young people, parents, community health workers, and local leaders. The final program used simple visual materials and community health worker-led household sessions to teach healthy eating and improve nutrition knowledge. The studyRead more…
Culturally and linguistically appropriate vaccine education (CLAVE) for Indigenous communities: design and implementation study of a community-based approach to digital vaccine education in the Central Highlands of Guatemala (2026)
This study tested a multilingual vaccine education campaign shared through social media and community health workers. The campaign reached hundreds of thousands of people and showed strong engagement, especially in local languages. Community health workers found the videos and materials useful and used them often when talking about vaccines. TheRead more…
Community engagement and empowerment to address health inequalities: A rapid evidence review (2026)
This review looked at different ways communities can be involved in improving health. It found strong evidence that community health workers and partnerships with faith-based organizations can help reduce health inequalities, especially in areas like heart disease prevention and cancer screening. The review also showed that culturally tailored approaches workRead more…
Promotores program to increase Hispanic/Latino(a) participation in Alzheimer’s disease research (2026)
This study looked at whether trained community health workers, known as Promotores, could help increase participation of Hispanic and Latino communities in Alzheimer’s research. The training improved their understanding of research and brain health, and they were just as successful as clinic-based recruitment in enrolling participants into studies. The findingsRead more…
Reconceptualizing integrated people-centred health services: Towards a mechanism-sensitive model using realist evaluation (2026)
This study explored how community health workers help make health care more people-centered in South Africa. It found that trust, motivation, and feeling valued and supported are key factors that help community health workers perform well. These factors work together, and when health system strategies are aligned and supportive, communityRead more…
Working at the Grassroots Level: A Qualitative Exploration of Frontline Health Workers’ Experiences in Tribal Maternal and Reproductive Health Services (2026)
This study explored the experiences of frontline health workers providing maternal and reproductive health services in tribal communities in Kerala, India. It found that these workers do much more than their official duties, including home visits, health education, and helping families access government support. They face many challenges such asRead more…
Strengthening community health cadres’ capacity in household emergency first aid (2026)
This study looked at whether training community health volunteers in first aid could improve their ability to respond to emergencies at home. After training that included lessons, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, participants showed much better knowledge, emergency recognition, wound care, resuscitation skills, and overall preparedness. The study shows that practicalRead more…
Evaluation of Impact of the M-SAKHI mHealth App on Knowledge, Skills and Acceptance of use of App by Maternal and Child Health Community Health Workers in Rural Maharashtra (2026)
This study looked at how a mobile phone app helped community health workers in rural India improve their work. After using the app, the workers showed better knowledge and stronger skills in providing health services, and most were able to use the technology easily on their own. The study foundRead more…
Frontline Voices of care: How community health workers cultivate relationships (2026)
This study looked at how community health workers supported Latino communities during and after COVID-19. It found that they built strong relationships by listening with empathy, respecting culture, building trust over time, and helping people connect to services and reliable health information. Because they were part of the communities theyRead more…
Community Health Worker Perspectives on Home-Based Care and Remote Monitoring in Heart Failure (2026)
This study explored how community health workers help people with heart failure manage their condition at home. It found that patients often struggle with medications, diet, and using health monitoring devices, but community health workers help by explaining care plans, offering emotional support, connecting people to social services, and teachingRead more…
Diabetic retinopathy screening and referrals: Knowledge, attitudes and practices among community health workers in South Africa (2026)
This study looked at how much community health workers in rural South Africa know about diabetic eye disease and whether they help refer patients for screening. Most workers had good knowledge and positive attitudes, and many were already referring patients for screening, but over half had never received formal trainingRead more…
Community health worker-supported oral health promotion in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review of roles, interventions, and outcomes (2026)
This study reviewed how community health workers support oral health in low- and middle-income countries. It found that they help with education, home visits, screening for conditions like oral cancer, basic care, and referrals, sometimes using mobile tools. These efforts can improve access to care, but challenges like limited resources,Read more…
Fair pay, performance optimizer, or status marker? The social meaning of remuneration for India’s women community health workers (2026)
This study explored how community health workers in India view their pay. It found that they see payment in three main ways: as fair compensation for their work, as a way to motivate better performance, and as a sign of how much their work is valued. Most workers felt thatRead more…
Power, surveillance, and the limits of resistance: The role of community health workers in India’s health system (2026)
This study looked at the working conditions of community health workers in India and how the health system relies on them. It found that these workers often have many responsibilities but little power, face low and unstable pay, and are closely monitored. These conditions limit their ability to make decisionsRead more…
Traditional or Modern Contraception? Association Between Health Worker Contact and Contraceptive Choice in India: Findings From NFHS 2019-2021 (2026)
This study looked at how contact with community health workers affects women’s use of family planning methods in India. It found that when women talk with community health workers, they are more likely to use both traditional and modern methods, switch between methods, and use them more consistently. The studyRead more…
Community and health systems learning: critical realist evaluation of the VAPAR ‘learning platform’ in rural South Africa 2015-25 (2026)
This study looked at a program in rural South Africa that brought communities, health workers, and decision-makers together to learn and solve health problems. Over time, it helped build trust, improve teamwork, and strengthen the role of community health workers, making health services more responsive to local needs. The approachRead more…
Long-term cost-effectiveness of a mobile health intervention delivered by clinical pharmacists and community health workers for type 2 diabetes management in urban African American and Latinx populations (2026)
This study looked at a program where community health workers and pharmacists used mobile tools to help people manage diabetes. It found that the program improved health over time and reduced overall healthcare costs compared to usual care, especially in the long term. The results suggest that this team-based approachRead more…
Altruism or Exploitation? Rethinking the Ethics of Unpaid Lay Community Health Workers in Sub- Saharan Africa. The Case of Zambia (2026)
This study looked at whether community health workers in Zambia are being treated fairly when they are not paid. It found that many continue to work out of a strong desire to help their communities, even with little or irregular pay and limited resources. However, the study argues that thisRead more…
Knowledge and attitudes of community health workers in Ecuador regarding the prevention of chronic malnutrition in children: results of a cross-sectional exploratory study (2026)
This study looked at what community health workers in Ecuador know about child malnutrition and how confident they feel addressing it. It found that while many understand the causes and feel confident giving advice, there are gaps in knowledge about the effects of malnutrition and proper feeding practices, especially forRead more…
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