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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…
Simulation-based CPR training for community health workers in Brazil: A pre-post intervention study (2026)
This study looked at whether hands-on CPR training could improve emergency response skills among community health workers in Brazil. After the training, participants had better knowledge and were able to perform CPR more correctly. The study shows that practical, simulation-based training can help prepare community health workers to respond toRead more…
Enhancing Community Health Worker Communication: Evaluating Simulation-Based Training in Motivational Interviewing (2026)
This study looked at whether a one-day training using role-play and practice could improve communication skills among community health workers. After the training, participants felt more confident talking to people with different views, helping them make healthier choices, and addressing false information. The study shows that practical, hands-on training canRead more…
“We’re Worse off Now Than During COVID”: Community Health Workers’ Perspectives on Intensifying Immigration Enforcement as Cascading Crisis (2026)
This study looked at how COVID-19 and immigration enforcement together affected the health of Latino immigrant communities, based on the experiences of community health workers. It found that fear, distrust, and reduced access to services continued even after the pandemic, making it harder for people to seek care. Community healthRead more…
Community Health Worker-Delivered Interventions for Perinatal Mental Health in the United States: A Scoping Review (2026)
This study reviewed programs in the United States where community health workers support mothers with mental health challenges during and after pregnancy. It found that these programs often help reduce symptoms of depression, especially among low-income and minority women, by providing emotional support, practical guidance, and parenting skills. While resultsRead more…
The role of childhood experiences in shaping career choices as a Community Health Worker serving agricultural workers in rural Texas (2026)
This study looked at community health workers who support agricultural workers in Texas and how their personal backgrounds shape their work. Many had similar life experiences to the people they serve, which helped them understand challenges like lack of transport, insurance, and access to care. This connection made them moreRead more…
When ART is not a magic bullet: Tailored care for vulnerable people living with hiv in the era of treat-all in Shinyanga, Tanzania (2026)
This study looked at how community health workers in Tanzania help people living with HIV stay on treatment. It found that for vulnerable groups like children and older adults, support from families, communities, and health workers is essential. Community health workers play a key role because they understand their communitiesRead more…
Operationalising palliative care integration: Experiences of implementers in South Africa (2026)
This study looked at how palliative care is being put into practice in public health facilities in South Africa. It found that health workers had different levels of confidence in providing care and faced challenges like limited staff, time, and training. Good teamwork, clear communication, and strong leadership were seenRead more…
Effect of a Community-Based Enhancement Program on Emergency Assistance and Marine Patient Transfer Coordination Competency Among Community Health Volunteers on the Remote Islands of Southern Thailand: Quasi-Experimental Study (2026)
This study looked at whether training community health volunteers in a remote island in Thailand could improve their ability to respond to emergencies and coordinate patient transport. After the training, their knowledge, skills, and confidence improved significantly and stayed high over time. The study shows that with proper and ongoingRead more…
Ready, Set, Coach: A Mixed Methods Pilot Study Exploring the Impact of Implementation Coaching to Optimize the Allied Health Assistant Workforce in Public Health Settings (2026)
This study tested a coaching program designed to help health organizations better use support staff in their Allied Health Assistant workforce. After the program, organizations showed clear improvements in putting new ideas into practice. Success depended on factors like leadership support, team experience, and how the program was delivered. TheRead more…
The long-term effects of early life exposure to primary healthcare expansion: Evidence from the Barefoot Doctor Program (2026)
This study looked at the long-term impact of China’s Barefoot Doctors Program and found that children who grew up with access to these community health workers had better health and education later in life, especially women. The improvements were linked to better knowledge about nutrition and healthier diets. The findingsRead more…
Community health volunteers improve access to malaria case management in Siaya County, Kenya (2026)
This study looked at how community health volunteers in western Kenya help manage malaria. It found that they reach more people than health facilities in many areas and play a big role in testing and treating malaria cases. Their work follows national guidelines and helps improve access to care, especiallyRead more…
Evaluation of a community health worker certification program and participants’ self-assessed preparedness (2026)
This study looked at a training program designed to prepare people, including pharmacy technicians, to work as community health workers. After the training, participants had better knowledge, felt more confident, and were able to use skills like communication, patient support, and care coordination in their daily work. The program showsRead more…
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