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Effectiveness of a Community Health Worker-Driven Intervention in Improving the Quality of Life of Caregivers of Children With Disability in Rural Karnataka, India (2023)
Community health workers (CHWs) play a crucial role in healthcare delivery, particularly in resource-constrained areas. In Karnataka, India, a study assessed the effectiveness of a CHW-driven intervention in improving the quality of life (QOL) of caregivers of children with disabilities. The intervention involved structured health education and training provided byRead more…
Primary healthcare delivery models in African conflict-affected settings a systematic review (2023)
In conflict-affected areas, access to primary healthcare is challenging due to various barriers. This study conducted a systematic review to understand the different models of primary healthcare delivery in these settings. It found that healthcare is delivered through health facilities, communities, mobile clinics, outreach programs, and home visits. Services includeRead more…
Assessing Brigada Digital de Salud Audience Reach and Engagement A Digital Community Health Worker Model to Address COVID-19 Misinformation in Spanish on Social Media (2023)
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S. faced a lack of timely and culturally appropriate information. To bridge this gap, Brigada Digital de Salud utilized social media to share tailored COVID-19 content. Trained community health workers posted educational content on vaccination, infection risks, and scientific concepts, aiming toRead more…
Adapting Community Health Worker Care Models to Advance Mental Health Services Among LGBTQ Youth (2023)
LGBTQ, Black, Latinx, Native American and Asian American youth (referred to as youth of color) face significant mental health disparities due to barriers in accessing care, including stigma and discrimination. Community Health Worker (CHW) models have potential to address these disparities. A qualitative study in Massachusetts and California explored adaptationsRead more…
Leading from the frontlines community-oriented approaches for strengthening vaccine delivery and acceptance (2023)
Vaccine hesitancy and disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have impacted global immunization coverage. In India, efforts to address this through community ownership, involving community health workers (CHWs) and local leaders, are limited. Community ownership empowers communities to play a central role in vaccine strategies. This project in India aimedRead more…
Supply-side and demand-side factors influencing uptake of malaria testing services in the community: lessons for scale-up from a post-hoc analysis of a cluster randomised, community-based trial in western Kenya (2023)
Malaria remains a significant health challenge, especially in Africa where the majority of cases and deaths occur, predominantly affecting children under 5. WHO recommends prompt diagnosis before treatment, and Kenya has adopted a Test and Treat policy, extending testing through community health workers (CHWs). However, many in rural areas stillRead more…
Promptness in seeking treatment from Village Health workers for children under five years with malaria, diarrhea and pneumonia in rural southwestern Uganda (2023)
In rural southwestern Uganda, Village Health Workers (VHWs) offer treatment for childhood illnesses like malaria, pneumonia, and diarrhea through the integrated community case management (iCCM) strategy. This study focused on the promptness of seeking treatment from VHWs for children under five with these illnesses. Results showed that 64% of childrenRead more…
Effectiveness of interventions by non-professional community-level workers or family caregivers to improve outcomes for physical impairments or disabilities in low resource settings: systematic review of task-sharing strategies (2023)
In resource-limited settings, basic rehabilitation can be extended through community-level interventions by non-professionals like community health workers or family caregivers. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of such interventions compared to those provided by skilled professionals. Caregivers were commonly trained in hospitals to deliver interventions at home. However, theRead more…
Community Health Worker Interventions for Men: A Scoping Review Using the RE-AIM Framework (2023)
Community health workers (CHWs) play a crucial role in promoting men’s health through tailored approaches. Using the RE-AIM Framework, a review assessed the design, implementation, and outcomes of CHW-led health promotion efforts for men. The study identified that most CHWs interventions targeted men under 50, particularly from underserved populations, resultingRead more…
Addressing Training Gaps: A Competency-Based, Telehealth Training Initiative for Community Health Workers (2023)
Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a vital role in connecting communities with health services. Despite their crucial role, there is a lack of structured CHW training. The CHW Core Consensus Project (CCCP) identified three CHW categories with specific competencies. This study focused on Category 1 CHWs, emphasizing community outreach andRead more…
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Community Health Workers in Relation to Environmental Health Hazards in the Nelson Mandela Bay (2024)
This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Community Health Workers (CHWs) regarding environmental health hazards in Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB). A questionnaire-based survey involving 110 CHWs revealed moderate knowledge levels and generally positive attitudes toward environmental health hazards. However, significant differences were noted in attitudes and practices amongRead more…
Exploring the Potential of Community Health Workers in Type-2 Diabetes and Hypertension Management in Cambodia (2024)
This study assessed the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) of community health workers (CHWs) regarding type-2 diabetes (T2D) and hypertension (HTN) management. Findings indicate good general knowledge but gaps in specific areas. CHWs demonstrated positive attitudes and engagement in related activities. Challenges in health system integration include resource constraints. ToRead more…
Community Health Workers Deliver Mental Health Intervention to Uninsured Latinx in Baltimore: Evaluation and Lessons Learned in a Pilot Program (2024)
The study evaluated Strong Minds, an adapted cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) intervention delivered by community health workers (CHWs) in Spanish to uninsured Latinx immigrants with mild-moderate depression. Preliminary findings suggest feasibility and potential benefits in reducing depressive symptoms. However, CHWs require specific training and support for mental health care delivery.Read more…
Assets in Primary Care: Community Health Workers Tackle Inequities in Texas (2024)
Community health workers (CHWs) play a crucial role in bridging the gap between communities and the healthcare system, particularly in underserved areas like Houston, Texas. Through virtual focus groups and surveys, this study explored CHWs’ roles and impact. Findings revealed the complexity of CHWs’ work and the importance of buildingRead more…
Effects of training Community Health Agents on dementia: a quasi-experimental study (2024)
This study evaluated the knowledge of Community Health Agents (CHAs) about dementia before and after a training workshop. The workshop aimed to improve their ability to detect signs of the disease. Results showed a significant increase in knowledge scores after the workshop. Continued education for CHAs is essential for earlyRead more…
Heart 2 Heart Pilot Study of a Church-Based Community Health Worker Intervention for African Americans with Hypertension (2023)
This pilot study explored a church-based community health worker (CHW) intervention to reduce blood pressure among African Americans (AAs) in Chicago. CHWs from local churches supported participants with diet and medication adherence over six months. Results showed a significant decrease in systolic blood pressure, especially for those with higher baselineRead more…
A Pilot Study of the Coping Together Virtual Family Intervention: Exploring Changes in Family Functioning and Individual Well-Being (2024)
This pilot study tested the Coping Together (CT) virtual intervention for families during the COVID-19 pandemic. Community health workers delivered the program to 18 families with children aged 7 to 18 via videoconferencing. Qualitative interviews with 14 families showed positive changes in family functioning and individual well-being, with improved communicationRead more…
Mobilisation towards formal employment in the healthcare system A qualitative study of community health workers in South Africa (2024)
This study examined the working conditions of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in South Africa and their efforts to improve their situation. CHWs faced challenges like low pay and lack of resources. In semi-urban areas, they formed a task team and joined a union to negotiate for better conditions, leading toRead more…
Oral Health Training Course for Community Health Workers in Africa (2023)
This course aims to train community health workers in promoting oral health, preventing oral diseases, and integrating oral health into broader health initiatives like noncommunicable diseases prevention. It will provide competency-based training aligned with established guidelines and teaching materials for trainers to deliver the modules to community health workers.
Mixed method evaluation of a learning from excellence programme for community health workers in Neno, Malawi (2024)
This study evaluated the “Learning from Excellence” (LfE) program’s impact on Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Neno District, Malawi. The LfE program aimed to improve CHW motivation and performance through recognition of excellence. While the program was well-received and encouraged hard work among CHWs, there were no statistically significant improvementsRead more…
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