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Anthropometric Training Impact on CHWs’ Skills in Child Height Measurement in Indonesia (2024)
This study assesses the impact of body measurement training on community health workers (CHWs) using a modified length board. Through a quasi-experimental design involving 60 CHWs, the training significantly enhanced their skills in positioning children, interpreting measurement results, and assessing nutritional status. The modified length board proved effective in improvingRead more…
Understanding the uptake and determinants of prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV services in East Africa: Mixed methods systematic review and meta-analysis (2024)
This review examines the uptake and determinants of key Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) services in East Africa. Analyzing 52 studies, it found that while maternal HIV testing and ART initiation rates were relatively high, uptake of infant ARV prophylaxis and Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) were lower. Factors influencing PMTCTRead more…
A mixed methods evaluation of the impact of ECHO® telementoring model for capacity building of community health workers in India (2024)
This study evaluates the impact of a 15-hour telementoring refresher training program on Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) in India, aimed at improving their knowledge and skills. Using a mixed-method approach, results show a significant improvement in learning and competence among ASHAs. Participants expressed satisfaction with the training but highlightedRead more…
Advancing social care integration in health systems with community health workers: an implementation evaluation based in Bronx, New York (2024)
This study examines the integration of Community Health Workers (CHWs) to address health-related social needs (HRSNs) among primary care patients in Bronx County, New York, over 12 months. Using the RE-AIM framework, the study evaluates the reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance of the CHW intervention. Results show successful outreachRead more…
Overview of the participation of community health workers in primary health care in 6 Latin American countries and a proposal for their integration into the health system: a qualitative study (2024)
This study examines the role of community health workers (CHWs) in six Latin American countries. It highlights their contributions to primary healthcare but also identifies challenges in policy implementation. While CHWs play versatile roles in primary healthcare, inconsistencies exist due to variable implementation of WHO guidelines. The study suggests aRead more…
Development and Validation of a Stroke Literacy Assessment Test for Community Health Workers (2024)
This article presents the development and validation of the Stroke Literacy Assessment Test (SLAT) for assessing Community Health Workers’ (CHWs) competencies in stroke prevention. The SLAT evaluates factual knowledge and application levels related to stroke risk factors. Through expert reviews, cognitive interviews, and diagnostic analysis, the SLAT demonstrated validity andRead more…
Implementation of Community Health Worker Support for Tobacco Cessation: A Mixed-Methods Study (2024)
This study examined the impact of Community Health Worker (CHW) engagement on tobacco abstinence in adults with serious mental illness. Results showed that higher CHW visit frequency and duration were associated with increased tobacco abstinence rates. CHWs facilitated engagement by building trust, providing accountability, and addressing barriers to treatment access.Read more…
The community health worker experience and perception toward mental illness: A multi-settings cross-sectional study in Indonesia (2024)
This study explores the experiences and perceptions of 487 Community Health Workers (CHWs) regarding mental illness. Findings reveal that CHWs perceive their role positively, enhancing communication skills, confidence, and ability to identify mental disorders. A significant number associate mental illness with religious beliefs but also advocate for compassionate treatment. TheRead more…
Implementation of a digital tool for population management in Primary Health Care (2024)
This study introduces a digital diagnostic and monitoring tool for primary healthcare in São Paulo, implemented in 14 healthcare units. It addresses challenges in territory management faced by healthcare professionals. The tool, developed after analyzing existing instruments, improves data reliability, visualization, and work process efficiency. Results suggest successful integration intoRead more…
The Vicious Worm education tool improves the knowledge of community health workers on Taenia solium cysticercosis in Rwanda (2024)
In rural Rwanda, community health workers were trained using The Vicious Worm education software to increase knowledge about Taenia solium infections. A study with 207 participants found that baseline knowledge about cysticercosis was low. However, after training, knowledge significantly improved and was maintained four weeks later. Despite challenges like digitalRead more…
Community-academic Initiative to Improve Knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease in Hispanic/Latino Community Health Workers (2024)
Two educational workshops in Spanish were conducted for 81 Hispanic/Latino community health workers in the Chicagoland area to increase their knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Pre/post-surveys showed a significant improvement in their understanding of PD causes, symptoms, treatment, and available resources. Educating community health workers in their native language canRead more…
Changing Roles: Promoting Cognitive Health in Hispanic Families Through the Community Health Clubs Model (2024)
Community Health Clubs (CHCs) in the Lower Rio Grande Valley aimed to enhance caregivers’ understanding of neurocognitive conditions through a 10-week curriculum. Led by trained promotoras, sessions covered disorders like ADHD, ASD, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s, along with caregiving skills and available resources. Pre/post-surveys and focus groups showed significant knowledge gainsRead more…
An anthropological history of Nepal’s Female Community Health Volunteer program: gender, policy, and social change (2024)
This study traces the 35-year history of Nepal’s Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs). Through document analysis, it reveals ongoing issues like gender roles, workload, and pay. Initially, FCHVs were male, but the program shifted to all-female volunteers due to maternal and child health goals. Despite their crucial role, FCHVs faceRead more…
Exploring the learning preferences of farmworker-serving community health workers (2024)
This paper explores the learning processes and preferences of community health workers (CHWs) serving farmworkers in the USA. Interviews with 17 CHWs revealed a preference for visual and hands-on learning styles. Understanding these preferences can help create more effective learning materials for CHWs, benefiting public health efforts.
The impact of accredited social health activists in India on uptake of modern contraception: A nationally representative multilevel modeling study (2024)
This paper examines the impact of India’s Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) program on modern contraception uptake using nationwide survey data. Findings reveal that women who interacted with ASHAs were twice as likely to use modern contraception. However, only 28.1% of women reported recent contact with ASHAs. Strengthening the ASHARead more…
Training Promotoras to Implement a Mindfulness-based Healthy Lifestyle Program in Rural Communities (2024)
This report discusses the facilitators and barriers encountered while training promotoras to implement a mindfulness-enhanced healthy eating and physical activity intervention, ADAPT+, using the Train-the-Trainer model. The aim was to establish guidelines for sustained implementation of ADAPT+ beyond the training process. These guidelines may inform promotora training in other mindfulness-relatedRead more…
Healthy Outcomes through Peer Educators: Feasibility of a peer support diabetes prevention programme for African-American grandmother caregivers (2024)
This study aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a community-based, peer support diabetes prevention program (DPP) for African-American grandmother caregivers at risk for diabetes. Grandmothers were randomized to either DPP alone or DPP plus HOPE (Healthy Outcomes through Peer Educators). The intervention group received additional support from aRead more…
On-demand mobile hypertension training for primary health care workers in Nigeria: a pilot study (2024)
This pilot study evaluates a self-paced online training program designed for Nigerian health workers to diagnose and manage hypertension. The course, accessible via smartphones, consisted of 12 modules based on WHO and Nigerian guidelines. Participants showed significant improvement in knowledge, with a pre-test score of 65.4% increasing to 78.2% post-test.Read more…
“… He’s not beating me”-Socio-cultural construction of intimate partner violence and traditional birth attendants: implications for maternal & child health in rural communities in Hohoe, Ghana (2024)
This study examines nursing mothers’ experiences of financial support from their partners and the role of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in rural Ghana. Through interviews and focus groups, participants discussed the lack of support from partners for housekeeping and finances. Interestingly, nursing mothers did not perceive this lack of supportRead more…
Impact of training on knowledge, confidence and attitude amongst community health volunteers in the provision of community-based palliative care in rural Kenya (2024)
This study evaluated the impact of a palliative care (PC) training program on community health volunteers (CHVs) in Kenya. After training, CHVs showed improved knowledge, confidence, and clinical practice in providing PC. They conducted patient evaluations, referrals, and teleconsultations with PC providers. Follow-up assessments at 12 months revealed sustained improvementsRead more…
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