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Effective community-based interventions to prevent and control infectious diseases in urban informal settlements in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review (2024)
This systematic review examined community-based interventions (CBIs) aimed at preventing infectious diseases among the urban poor in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Following strict guidelines, researchers reviewed 18,260 papers and found 20 studies that met their criteria, focusing on various diseases such as tuberculosis, diarrhea, dengue, hepatitis, and COVID-19. TheRead more…
Exploring Empathic Communication Among Community Health Workers: Applying the ENACT Tool in Two South African Sites (2024)
This study looked at how well community health workers (CHWs) in South Africa communicated with patients, focusing on empathic communication skills. Researchers used a tool called the Enhancing Assessment of Common Therapeutic Factors (ENACT) to measure these skills before and after a quality improvement program called Nyamekela4Care. They recorded 66Read more…
Community-Based Mycetoma Surveillance in Uganda: Identifying Knowledge Gaps and Training of Community Health Workers to Improve Case Detection (2024)
Mycetoma is a rare neglected tropical disease in Uganda, and this study aimed to improve community health workers’ (CHWs) knowledge to help identify and refer suspected cases. Between March and August 2023, researchers trained 45 CHWs in Gulu and Pader districts for one day and assessed their knowledge before andRead more…
Transition and change: opportunities and challenges of CHW programme reform for community health systems and vertical disease programmes in Liberia (2024)
Community health worker (CHW) programs are essential for addressing health worker shortages and promoting universal health coverage. In Liberia, the Ministry of Health launched a National Community Health Services Policy in 2016 to reform CHW programs and improve health workforce capacity. This study investigates how these reforms affected CHWs involvedRead more…
Adherence to referral advice and its associated factors among community drug distributors and caregiver during SMC implementation in nine states (2024)
Malaria is a major health issue, especially for children under five in low-resource countries, with Nigeria facing the highest burden in West Africa. Seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) programs have been launched in nine states in Nigeria to combat this. This study examined how well caregivers followed referral protocols during SMC,Read more…
Patient navigator programmes for children and adolescents with chronic diseases (2024)
Despite the rise in chronic diseases among children and teens, there is limited evidence on the effectiveness of patient navigator programs designed to help them manage these conditions. This review of 17 studies found that patient navigators, who guide patients and their families through healthcare systems, may not significantly improveRead more…
Insights and inspirations: A qualitative exploration of community health workers’ motivations in Myanmar and Bangladesh (2024)
Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Myanmar and Rohingya camps in Bangladesh face unique challenges, especially in conflict-affected areas. This study, based on interviews with 34 CHWs and 8 organizational leaders, highlights their reasons for joining—gaining healthcare skills in Myanmar and job skills in Bangladesh. While pay is low, it’s importantRead more…
CHW Asthma Training (2024)
The American Lung Association offers training for community health workers (CHWs) focused on asthma and COPD. Previously, they provided a course called “Partnering at Home,” which trained CHWs to conduct home assessments for patients with these conditions. They are currently offering an “Asthma Basics” course. At the moment, there areRead more…
Virtual Leader Trainings for Chronic Conditions Self-Management (2023)
The Self-Management Resource Center offers leader training for community health workers (CHWs) to teach various self-management programs, including those for chronic conditions like diabetes and cancer. All training are conducted live, with materials available in Spanish and possibly other languages. Participants receive manuals and must complete practice sessions to earnRead more…
Asthma Education for the Community Health Worker (CHW) (2023)
The Association of Asthma Educators offers a program for community health workers (CHWs) to learn basic asthma management education. The curriculum covers essential skills needed to help patients and families understand asthma better. It’s designed for both individual participants and healthcare organizations wanting to improve care. The program includes consistent,Read more…
Community Health Workers-An overview (2024)
Arkansas can enhance its healthcare by investing in community health workers (CHWs), who are often overlooked but play a crucial role in connecting healthcare providers with local communities. These frontline workers are usually from the communities they serve and have the skills to address local health needs. This updated explainerRead more…
Footcare Intervention Delivered by Community Health Workers: A Modified Delphi Study (2024)
Studies show that community health workers (CHWs) can deliver footcare interventions (FCIs) as part of diabetes care in high-resource countries, but more evidence is needed for low-resource settings. This study aimed to refine the key components of footcare interventions for CHWs (FIne-CHWs) to support type 2 diabetes patients in Indonesia.Read more…
Role of Community Health Workers in early detection, reporting and response to infectious disease outbreaks: Experience from Marburg Outbreak Management in Kagera region, Northwestern Tanzania (2024)
In March 2023, community health workers (CHWs) played a key role in detecting and responding to an outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD). They first reported unexplained deaths, which were later confirmed as MVD. CHWs from high-risk areas were trained on the disease, equipped with protective gear, and helped raiseRead more…
Community engagement around scrub typhus in northern Thailand: a pilot project (2024)
This study aimed to raise awareness of scrub typhus in northern Thailand, where the disease is common but knowledge is low. Community health volunteers and healthcare workers were trained to educate their communities about the disease. After the sessions, participants showed a significant increase in their understanding of scrub typhus,Read more…
Certificate Program for Diabetes Community Care Coordinator (2024)
The Certificate Program for Diabetes Community Care Coordinator, offered by the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (ADCES), is a self-paced online course designed for individuals on the diabetes care team. The program covers the basics of diabetes, including types, complications, and self-care strategies, with about 11 hours ofRead more…
QPR Gatekeeper Course on emergency mental health intervention (2024)
The QPR Online Gatekeeper Training is a one-hour course that teaches participants how to identify and support someone who may be suicidal. The training covers key topics such as questioning, persuading, and referring individuals in crisis, recognizing common causes and warning signs of suicidal behavior, and finding help for bothRead more…
Patient Navigator & Community Health Worker Training. Level 1: Health Fundamentals Level 2: Care Coordination (2023)
The Patient Navigator & Community Health Worker Training at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus offers two levels of training for individuals already working in health roles. Level 1: Health Fundamentals is for lay healthcare workers or those with some college experience, focusing on patient support during health screenings,Read more…
New to Public Health Residency Program (N2PH) (2024)
The New to Public Health Residency Program (N2PH) at UW Madison School of Nursing is a year-long program for individuals in their first year of public health work, primarily in governmental roles but open to all. Participants complete four modules on public health concepts and are paired with mentors inRead more…
Custom CHW Trainings – Mental Health (2024)
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing offers a two-day virtual training for Community Health Workers (CHWs) focused on mental health. This interactive program teaches participants about the connection between stress, trauma, and mental health issues, along with strategies to support individuals facing these challenges. Topics include managing stress, developing self-careRead more…
Cohort National CHW Training Program – Sickle Cell Disease (2024)
The Sickle Cell Disease Lay Program (SCDLP) offers a five-week training program for aspiring Community Health Workers (CHWs) focused on Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). The program provides classroom and hands-on skills training to help participants gain employment as SCD health workers, covering essential topics like Primary Health Care, Communication, PatientRead more…
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